Apricot Dumplings from Slovenia | Light, Sweet & Comforting

apricots

🥗Healthier: peaches

💰Cheaper: canned apricots

Canned apricots are more affordable and have a similar flavor.

butter

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Coconut oil adds a unique flavor and is dairy-free.

all-purpose flour

🥗Healthier: whole wheat flour

💰Cheaper: cake flour

Whole wheat flour increases fiber content.

sugar

🥗Healthier: honey

💰Cheaper: brown sugar

Honey provides natural sweetness.

Prepare the apricots by cutting along the seam and removing the pit, keeping the halves intact.

In a large bowl, crack in 2 large eggs and add 1 sache of vanilla sugar; whisk until foamy.

Add cottage cheese and stir until combined.

Gradually work in 200 g of regular flour, starting with half, then adding the rest, mixing until a soft, sticky dough forms.

Flour your work surface and turn out the dough, dusting the top with more flour.

Press the dough into a rectangle or semicircle shape and cut into 12 to 14 equal parts.

Flatten one piece of dough, place an apricot in the center, and add about half a teaspoon of sugar.

Wrap the dough around the apricot, sealing it well and rolling it into a ball.

Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil, then reduce to a simmer.

Carefully lower the dumplings into the water and cook for about 10 minutes, until they float to the surface.

In a saucepan, melt 2 to 3 tablespoons of butter over medium heat, then add 3 heaping tablespoons of bread crumbs and toast until golden brown.

Remove the dumplings from the water and serve warm, topped with the toasted breadcrumbs and a dusting of sugar.

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