Ah, Hungarian Plum Dumplings—Szilvás gombóc—are a classic treat! Soft potato-based dumplings stuffed with juicy plums, rolled in buttery breadcrumbs, and dusted with sugar. Here’s a traditional recipe you can try:
Ingredients (for ~12 dumplings)
- 1 lb (450 g) potatoes, peeled and boiled
- 1 ½ cups (180 g) all-purpose flour (more if needed)
- 1 large egg
- Pinch of salt
- 6–12 small plums (or halved large plums)
- 3–4 tbsp sugar (for filling, adjust to taste)
- ½ tsp cinnamon (optional)
- 4–5 tbsp butter
- 1 cup (100 g) breadcrumbs
- Powdered sugar for sprinkling
