Mom's Classic Drop Dumplings
Mom's Classic Drop Dumplings are tender, fluffy bites with a buttery richness and a light, airy crumb that soak up brothy flavors beautifully. They’re the perfect topper for simmering chicken stews or soups, turning a simple pot into a cozy, comforting meal for family dinners or chilly evenings.
- Prep10 mins
- Cook20 mins
- Serves6
- DifficultyEasy
- 1
Whisk the flour, baking powder, and salt in a mixing bowl until combined.
- 2
Cut in the shortening with a knife or pastry blender until the mixture looks like fine crumbs.
- 3
Stir the milk into the flour mixture until just moistened.
- 4
The dough will be quite lumpy; do not overmix it.
- 5
Drop the dough by large spoonfuls onto any simmering stew, letting the dumplings sit on top of the vegetables and meat; it's fine if they stick out a bit.
- 6
Cook uncovered for 10 minutes.
- 7
Cover and cook for another 10 minutes.
- Calories 159.54 kcal Moderate
- Protein 4.27 g Low Source
- Carbs 32.89 g Moderate
- Total Fat 0.44 g Low Source
- Saturated Fat 0.04 g Low Source
- Trans Fat 0.24 g High
- Cholesterol 0.91 mg Low Source
- Sodium 24.81 mg Low Source
- Fiber 1.1 g Low Source
- Sugar 8.4 g Moderate
- Added Sugar 0.0 g Low Source
- Calcium 42.37 mg Low Source
- Iron 1.59 mg Low Source
- Potassium 61.48 mg Low Source
- Vitamin A 19.94 mcg_rae Low Source
- Vitamin C 0.0 mg Low Source
- Vitamin D 0.33 mcg Low Source
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
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