Prepare potatoes: Boil whole potatoes with skin until tender. Peel and mash them while still warm, then let cool.
Make dough: Mix mashed potatoes with egg, salt, and just enough flour to form a soft but workable dough.
Prepare plums: Wash and pit plums. Insert ½ tsp sugar + a sprinkle of cinnamon (or a sugar cube) inside each.
Shape dumplings: On a floured surface, roll out dough about ¼ inch thick. Cut into squares, place a plum in the center, and seal into a ball.
Cook dumplings: Bring a large pot of salted water to boil. Drop dumplings in gently and cook until they float to the surface (about 8–10 minutes).
Breadcrumb coating: Meanwhile, toast breadcrumbs in melted butter until golden.
Finish: Remove dumplings with a slotted spoon, roll them in the buttery breadcrumbs, then sprinkle with cinnamon sugar.
✨ Serving Tip: Best enjoyed warm, dusted with powdered sugar. Some like to serve them with a drizzle of sour cream or even vanilla sauce.
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