For the Caramel Sauce:
- 1 1/2 cups brown sugar
- 1 1/2 cups water
- 1/4 cup butter
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions:
- Make the caramel sauce:
- In a medium saucepan, combine the brown sugar, water, and butter. Bring the mixture to a boil over medium heat, stirring occasionally to dissolve the sugar.
- Once it reaches a boil, reduce the heat to low and let it simmer while you prepare the dumplings.
- Prepare the dumplings:
- In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, sugar, and a pinch of salt.
- Add the melted butter, milk, and vanilla extract to the dry ingredients, stirring just until combined. The dough should be thick and slightly sticky.
- Cook the dumplings:
- Using a tablespoon, drop spoonfuls of the dough into the simmering caramel sauce. Be sure to leave some space between the dumplings as they will expand while cooking.
- Cover the saucepan and let the dumplings cook for about 10-12 minutes, or until they are puffed and cooked through. Don’t lift the lid during cooking to ensure they steam properly.
- Finish and serve:
- Once the dumplings are cooked, carefully remove them from the saucepan using a slotted spoon.
- Stir the vanilla extract into the caramel sauce and let it thicken slightly for a few minutes.
- Serve:
- Pour the caramel sauce over the dumplings and serve them warm. You can enjoy them on their own or with a scoop of vanilla ice cream for an extra indulgent treat!
Tips:
- For an extra flavor boost, sprinkle a little sea salt over the caramel dumplings.
- You can also add a touch of cinnamon or nutmeg to the dumpling dough for a spiced version.
These Sweet Caramel Dumplings are soft, tender, and soaked in a luscious caramel sauce—perfect for a cozy dessert that everyone will love!