Golden Syrup Dumplings
These super easy golden syrup dumplings are sure to become a family favourite! Serve hot with a big scoop of ice-cream for the perfect winter dessert.
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Servings: 6 serves
Calories: 548kcal
Cost: $5
Equipment
- Stove-top
- saucepan
Ingredients
Dumplings:
- 50 g butter
- 1 ½ cups (225g) self-raising flour
- ¾ cup (185g) milk
- 2 tbs golden syrup
Sweet Syrup:
- 2 cups water
- 50 g butter
- ⅓ cup (120g) golden syrup
- ¾ cup (160g) brown sugar
Instructions
- Use your fingers to rub the butter through the self-raising flour until it resembles fine breadcrumbs.
- Add the milk and golden syrup and stir to form a thick paste.
- Meanwhile, place the syrup/sauce ingredients into a large saucepan and bring to the boil. Reduce to a simmer and add tablespoonfuls of the mixture.
- Allow the sauce to come back to a simmer and then cover for 15-20 minutes or until cooked through.
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Notes
RECIPE NOTES & TIPS
- Use a large saucepan to give the dumplings space to puff up while they cook.
- Don’t overmix the dough – it should be thick and sticky, not smooth like cake batter.
- Keep the lid on during cooking so the dumplings steam properly and turn out light and fluffy.
- Simmer gently – if the syrup boils too rapidly, the dumplings may break apart or cook unevenly.
- Serve immediately – they’re best eaten warm, straight from the pot.
- Golden syrup substitutes: If needed, use honey, maple syrup or light corn syrup – but the flavour will be slightly different.
- Not suitable for freezing – these dumplings are best made fresh and enjoyed hot.
- Leftovers can be stored in the fridge for up to 2 days and reheated gently on the stove or in the microwave.
Nutrition
Calories: 548kcal | Carbohydrates: 94g | Protein: 8g | Fat: 15g | Saturated Fat: 9g | Cholesterol: 39mg | Sodium: 145mg | Potassium: 138mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 51g | Vitamin A: 465IU | Calcium: 73mg | Iron: 0.7mg
