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The Ultimate Fluffy Drop Dumplings Recipe for Any Soup or Stew

Close-up of fluffy drop dumplings with golden-brown tops resting in a dark, rich gravy, garnished with parsley.
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Make light, soft, and fluffy drop dumplings that perfectly top any soup or stew. This easy recipe uses simple ingredients and works well for beginners.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 tablespoon baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 cup cold butter, cut into small pieces
  • 3/4 cup milk

Instructions

  1. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
  2. Cut the cold butter into the dry ingredients using a pastry blender or your fingers until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
  3. Pour in the milk all at once. Stir the mixture just until combined. Do not overmix; the batter will be shaggy.
  4. Bring your soup or stew to a steady simmer. Reduce the heat slightly so the liquid is bubbling gently, not boiling rapidly.
  5. Drop the dumpling batter by rounded tablespoons directly onto the surface of the simmering liquid. Leave a little space between each dumpling.
  6. Cover the pot tightly and cook without lifting the lid for 15 minutes. Do not peek.
  7. Remove the lid and check for doneness. The dumplings should be puffed and cooked through.
  8. Serve the dumplings immediately over your soup or stew.

Notes

  • For the fluffiest texture, make sure your butter is very cold before mixing it in.
  • Do not lift the lid while the dumplings are steaming; this releases the heat needed for them to rise properly.
  • If using these as a topping for a very thick stew, you may need to add a splash of broth or water to the pot to ensure the dumplings have enough liquid to cook in.

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