Dampfnudeln - Steamed Yeast Dumplings

Ingredients

• 3 cups all-purpose flour
• 2 teaspoons active dry yeast
• 1 cup milk
• 3 tablespoons sugar
• 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 cup water
• 2 tablespoons powdered sugar

Instructions

1. 1

   In a small saucepan, heat the milk until warm (about 110°F or 43°C). Remove from heat and stir in the active dry yeast and 1 tablespoon of sugar. Let it sit for about 5-10 minutes until foamy.

2. 2

   In a large mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, remaining sugar, salt, and melted butter (cooled slightly). Mix well.

3. 3

   Add the yeast mixture and vanilla extract to the dry ingredients. Mix until a dough forms.

4. 4

   Knead the dough on a floured surface for about 5-7 minutes until smooth and elastic. Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover with a damp cloth, and let it rise in a warm place for about 1 hour or until doubled in size.

5. 5

   Once the dough has risen, punch it down and divide it into 8 equal pieces. Shape each piece into a ball.

6. 6

   In a large pot, add 1 cup of water and bring to a simmer. Place a steamer basket or a heatproof plate inside the pot, ensuring it does not touch the water.

7. 7

   Arrange the dumpling balls in the steamer basket, leaving space between them. Cover the pot with a lid and steam for about 15-20 minutes, or until the dumplings are puffed and cooked through.

8. 8

   While the dumplings are steaming, prepare the vanilla sauce by combining 1 cup of milk, 2 tablespoons of powdered sugar, and 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract in a saucepan. Heat gently until warm but do not boil.

9. 9

   Serve the steamed dumplings warm, drizzled with the vanilla sauce. Enjoy your delicious Dampfnudeln!