Basic Dumplings

Prep: 10 min Cuisine: American

Soft, fluffy dumplings with a mild buttery flavor, perfect as a side or in soups, appealing to comfort food lovers and those seeking quick, homemade bread alternatives.

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Ingredients

  • 2 c. self-rising flour
  • 1/2 c. milk
  • 3 Tbsp. shortening, melted
  • 1 egg

Instructions

  1. Beat the egg and milk together until smooth.
  2. Add the cooled melted shortening and stir slightly to blend.
  3. Pour the mixture into the self-rising flour.
  4. Mix only until a soft dough forms.

Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)

518 kcal 26% DV
Protein Fat Carbs

Macronutrients

Protein 5.9g 12% DV
Total Fat 29.6g 38% DV
Carbs 57.8g 21% DV
Fiber 0.8g 3% DV
Sugar 11.6g 23% DV

Electrolytes

Sodium 150.5mg 7% DV
Potassium 225.3mg 5% DV
Cholesterol 66mg 22% DV

Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamin A 62.8mcg 7% DV
Vitamin C 4mg 4% DV
Vitamin D 0.4mcg 2% DV
Calcium 163.3mg 13% DV
Iron 3.1mg 17% DV

* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).

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