Here’s a delicious and detailed recipe for Túrógombóc (Curd Cheese Dumplings)! These soft and fluffy Hungarian dumplings are made with cottage cheese, coated in buttery toasted breadcrumbs, and served with sour cream and powdered sugar. 😍
🥣 Túrógombóc (Hungarian Curd Cheese Dumplings) 🇭🇺
These light and pillowy dumplings are a Hungarian classic! Made with simple ingredients, they’re perfect as a dessert or even a sweet main dish. 🍽️
⭐ Ingredients (Makes 12-15 dumplings):
📌 For the Dumplings:
- 500g (2 cups) fresh curd cheese (or ricotta) 🧀
- 1 large egg 🥚
- 3 tbsp semolina (or fine breadcrumbs) 🌾
- 1 tbsp granulated sugar 🍬
- 1/2 tsp vanilla extract 🌿
- Zest of 1 lemon 🍋
- A pinch of salt 🧂
📌 For the Coating:
- 3/4 cup fine breadcrumbs 🌾
- 2 tbsp butter 🧈
📌 For Serving:
- Sour cream 🥄
- Powdered sugar 🍚
- Extra lemon zest 🍋
👩🍳 Instructions
1️⃣ Prepare the Dough – In a bowl, mix the curd cheese, egg, semolina, sugar, vanilla, lemon zest, and salt. Stir until well combined. Let the mixture rest for 30 minutes to allow the semolina to absorb moisture. 🕒
2️⃣ Shape the Dumplings – With wet hands, form small balls (about the size of a walnut). Place them on a plate while you prepare the coating. 🏐
3️⃣ Boil the Dumplings – Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a gentle boil. Drop the dumplings in and cook until they float to the surface (about 5 minutes). Let them simmer for another 1-2 minutes, then remove with a slotted spoon. 🫧
4️⃣ Toast the Breadcrumbs – While the dumplings cook, melt the butter in a pan over medium heat. Add the breadcrumbs and stir until golden brown. 🌟
5️⃣ Coat the Dumplings – Gently roll the drained dumplings in the toasted breadcrumbs until fully covered.
6️⃣ Serve & Enjoy! – Serve warm with sour cream and a sprinkle of powdered sugar. For extra flavor, add lemon zest or a drizzle of honey. 🍯