Amish Peach Dumplings

May 13, 2023May 13, 20230 16

Amish Peach Dumplings for a Sweet and Refreshing Dessert

by The Chefin Dessert

Prep

15 min

Cook

30 min

Ready In

45 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

350

Sugar

42g

Fat

The Amish Peach Dumpling is a classic Pennsylvania Dutch dessert that has been enjoyed for generations. This dish features fresh peaches cooked in a sweet syrup and topped with a cake-like batter. The resulting dumplings are fluffy and delicious, with a tender fruit filling and a crusty topping. This dessert is a perfect way to celebrate the bounty of summer produce, or to indulge in a sweet treat during the colder months. Served warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream, Amish Peach Dumplings are sure to become a family favorite.

Instructions

1.	In a large saucepan, bring the water, sugar, and butter to a boil.
2.	Reduce the heat and simmer for 10 minutes.
3.	Add the sliced peaches to the saucepan and simmer for an additional 5 minutes.
4.	In a separate bowl, mix together the flour, baking powder, salt, and milk to form a batter.
5.	Drop spoonfuls of the batter onto the peaches in the saucepan.
6.	Cover and simmer for 15-20 minutes, or until the batter is cooked through.

PROS

Amish Peach Dumplings are a simple and delicious dessert that can be made quickly and easily.

The combination of peaches and cake-like batter creates a sweet and comforting treat.

This recipe only requires a few ingredients and can be made in one pot, making cleanup a breeze.

CONS

The high sugar content in this recipe makes it a dessert best enjoyed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

This dish is also high in carbohydrates, so those watching their carb intake may need to limit their portion size.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Peaches are a good source of vitamin C and dietary fiber.
The antioxidants found in peaches may help to protect against certain chronic diseases.
However, when paired with a sugary batter, the health benefits of the peaches may be overshadowed, so it’s important to enjoy this dish in moderation.

	2 cups hot water
	1 cup sugar
	1 tablespoon butter
	2 cups sliced peeled peaches
	1 cup flour
	2 teaspoons baking powder
	1/2 teaspoon salt
	1 cup milk