Traditional Hungarian dessert recipes – Culinary Hungary

Instructions:

1. Prepare the mixture
   • In a bowl, mix the túró (cheese), eggs, semolina, salt, and vanilla (and sugar if using).
   • Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes (semolina needs time to absorb moisture).
2. Shape the dumplings
   • With damp hands, form small balls (about the size of a walnut).
3. Cook the dumplings
   • Bring a large pot of salted water to a gentle boil.
   • Drop the dumplings in and cook until they float to the surface (about 5–7 minutes).
   • Remove with a slotted spoon and let drain.
4. Prepare the coating
   • In a pan, melt butter and toast breadcrumbs until golden brown.
   • Roll the hot dumplings in the breadcrumb mixture until well coated.
5. Serve
   • Dust with powdered sugar.
   • Serve warm with a spoonful of sour cream or fruit preserves (apricot or raspberry are favorites).

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👉 Soft, fluffy inside and toasty outside—just like in your photo!

Would you like me to also give you a chocolate-filled variation, where the dumplings hide a little square of chocolate inside? 🍫