Coffee Caramel Dumplings
The harmony of coffee and caramel has long been a favorite in the world of desserts. French and Italian patisseries have been using these ingredients together since the 19th century – for example, in coffee creams and caramel puddings. Modern gastronomy, however, has given this classic pairing a new form: thus, the coffee caramel dumpling was born. This dessert is the perfect choice to end an elegant dinner, but can also be served with an afternoon coffee. It is most delicious when warm, when the caramel and coffee filling is still soft and fragrant. The secret to success is timing the caramelization correctly: don't let it cook for too long, as it can become bitter. If you want to make it spicier, you can add a pinch of cinnamon to the filling. The dumplings can also be frozen and then freshly cooked, so you always have a special dessert on hand.
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Preparation Steps
1
In a large bowl, combine the flour and a pinch of salt. Gradually add the water while mixing. Once the dough starts to come together, knead it by hand until smooth and elastic. If it's sticky, add a little more flour. Cover and let rest for 20 minutes to make it easier to roll out.
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For the caramel-coffee filling, melt the butter in a small saucepan over medium heat. Add the brown sugar and stir until dissolved. Then, add the heavy cream and ground coffee and cook for 1-2 minutes, until it reaches a thick caramel sauce consistency. Let it cool for 10 minutes, then stir in the egg. This will create a creamy, slightly thickened filling.
3
On a floured surface, roll out the dough thinly, then cut out circles (about 8 cm in diameter). Place 1 teaspoon of filling in the center of each circle. Be careful not to get any filling on the edges, otherwise it will be difficult to seal.
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Fold the circles in half and press the edges together firmly. You can use a fork to decorate the edges, which also helps to seal them. It's important that they are completely sealed, otherwise the filling may leak out during cooking.
5
Bring a large pot of water to a boil. In small batches, add the dumplings to the boiling water and cook for 4-5 minutes, until they float to the surface. This indicates that they are done. Remove them with a slotted spoon and drain thoroughly.
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Serve immediately while warm. For an extra caramel drizzle, prepare the sauce in the same way as the filling – just don't add the egg. Pour it over the warm dumplings or serve it separately. You can also sprinkle with a little powdered sugar before serving.
