Weight Watchers Quick and Easy Dumplings Recipe
Southern cooking is all about comfort food, and nothing is more comforting than a big bowl of homemade dumplings. While they might seem like they’re tough to make from scratch, dumplings are actually quite simple and only require a few ingredients that you probably already have in your pantry.
This classic Southern recipe is made with all-purpose flour, baking powder, sugar, salt, margarine, and milk. They are quick and easy, and ready in just 20 minutes, so they are perfect when you don’t have a lot of time to prepare dinner for your family.
The key to tender, fluffy dumplings is to not over-mix the dough. Once the ingredients are combined, gently fold the dough until it comes together. Then, use a spoon or your hands to form small balls before dropping them into your simmering soup or stew.
In just a few minutes, you’ll have Southern-style dumplings that will satisfy any craving.
What are Dumplings
Dumplings are a type of food that can be found in many different cultures all over the world. They are typically made from dough and can be plain, or filled with a variety of fillings, and then boiled or steamed.
Dumplings can be savory or sweet, and there are endless variations on the recipe.
Weight Watchers Points
MyWW Points: 4 Blue Plan and 3 Green Plan
4 WW Freestyle and Points 3 Smart Points
Personal Points will vary based on your individual plan.
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Weight Watchers Quick and Easy Dumplings
Equipment
Ingredients
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 1 tsp sugar
- ½ tsp salt
- 2 tbsp margarine
- ½ cup milk
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, add flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt. Stir to mix well.
- Cut in the butter until the mixture is crumbly.
- Add milk and stir until soft dough forms.
- Drop by spoonfuls into a boiling stew.
- Cover and simmer for 15 minutes.
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