Tracey’s Scottish Microwave Dumpling

May 06, 2023May 6, 20230 1
A delicious and easy-to-make Scottish Microwave Dumpling.
in Dessert

Prep

10 min

Cook

12 min

Ready In

22 min

Level

Very easy

Rating

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Ingredients

1/2 lb butter
1 cup water
3/4 cup sugar
1 teaspoon allspice
1 tablespoon cinnamon
1/2 cup sultana raisin
1/2 cup golden raisin
1/2 cup currants
1 1/2 teaspoons molasses
1 cup flour
2 eggs , beaten
1 teaspoon baking soda

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
6-8
Calories
390
Sugar
44g
Fat
21g
This traditional Scottish dessert is often served on Hogmanay, or New Year’s Eve, along with other celebratory treats. It’s a sweet and hearty dumpling made with butter, raisins, currants and warm spices, often baked in a pot on the stove for several hours. This microwave version is a quicker alternative, perfect for satisfying those dessert cravings without the lengthy prep time. The result is a warm and comforting dessert that is sure to impress guests, or make for a special treat for your family.

Instructions

1.Melt the butter, sugar and water in a large bowl in the microwave.
2.Add the allspice, cinnamon, raisins, currants and molasses to the butter mixture and mix well.
3.Sift in the flour and baking soda and mix again.
4.Add in the beaten eggs and stir until the batter is smooth.
5.Pour the batter into a deep, microwave-safe dish, cover with a lid or clingfilm and microwave on high for 10-12 minutes, until the dumpling is cooked through.
6.Once removed from the microwave, let the dumpling rest for a few minutes before serving warm.

PROS

Easy and quick to make, requires only a microwave and a few ingredients.
Perfect for those craving homemade desserts without all the fuss.

CONS

The texture of the dumpling may be more compact and less fluffy than if it was cooked in a traditional oven.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This dumpling contains a small amount of vitamins and minerals from the raisins, but it is a dessert and should be enjoyed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

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