Description
Traditional German potato dumplings that are soft, pillowy, and perfect for pairing with gravies or roasts. Naturally gluten-free and made with simple ingredients, these dumplings are a classic Bavarian comfort food.
Ingredients
2 1/2 pounds starchy potatoes (like Russet)
1 teaspoon salt (for boiling)
2 tablespoons potato starch or cornstarch
1/2 teaspoon nutmeg (optional)
1 teaspoon salt (for dough)
1 egg (optional, for extra binding)
Croutons (optional, for filling – small cubes of toasted bread)
Butter or parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Peel and cut the potatoes into chunks. Boil them in salted water (1 teaspoon salt) until fork-tender, about 20–25 minutes.
- Drain and let the potatoes steam dry in the pot to remove excess moisture.
- Mash or rice the potatoes until smooth. Let them cool completely, ideally chilling in the fridge for 1–2 hours.
- Mix in the starch, nutmeg (if using), and remaining salt. Add the egg if using, and gently knead the dough until it just holds together.
- Form the dough into 8–10 dumplings with lightly floured hands. Optionally, press a crouton into the center of each dumpling.
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a gentle simmer. Lower dumplings in with a slotted spoon.
- Simmer gently for 15–20 minutes. Once dumplings float and remain at the top for a few minutes, they are done.
- Remove dumplings with a slotted spoon and serve warm. Garnish with melted butter or chopped parsley if desired.
Notes
Use starchy potatoes like Russets for the best texture.
Ensure potatoes are dry and cool before adding starch to help the dumplings hold together.
Water should be gently simmering, not boiling, to prevent dumplings from falling apart.
Croutons in the center add a traditional and textural twist.
Leftovers can be pan-fried for a crispy texture.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Boiled
- Cuisine: German
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 dumpling
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 2g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 44g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
