Semmelknoedel (Bread Dumplings) Recipe

Semmelknoedel (Bread Dumplings) Recipe
  • PREP TIME
    20 mins
  • COOK TIME
    25 mins
  • TOTAL TIME
    45 mins
  • SERVING
    4 People
  • VIEWS
    244

Transport yourself to a cozy Bavarian kitchen with these hearty bread dumplings, a comforting classic perfect alongside roasted meats and rich gravies. Each dumpling is a pillowy cloud of flavor, ready to soak up every delicious drop.

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Nutrition

  • Carbohydrate
    79 g
  • Cholesterol
    113 mg
  • Fiber
    4 g
  • Protein
    21 g
  • Saturated Fat
    6 g
  • Sodium
    1220 mg
  • Sugar
    8 g
  • Fat
    12 g
  • Unsaturated Fat
    0 g

DIRECTIONS

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Image Step 01
01 Step

Recipe View In a large bowl, combine the bread cubes. Heat the milk until it's just about to simmer, with tiny bubbles forming around the edges. Pour the hot milk over the bread cubes, stirring gently to coat. Allow the bread to soak up the milk for 15 minutes.

Image Step 02
02 Step

Recipe View While the bread is soaking, melt the butter in a skillet over medium heat. Add the chopped onions and sauté until they are softened and translucent. Stir in the fresh parsley, then remove the skillet from the heat. Add the butter and onion mixture to the soaked bread, along with the eggs, salt, and pepper. Using your hands, gently squeeze and knead the mixture until it forms a smooth, slightly sticky dough.

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03 Step

Recipe View Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a rolling boil. The water should be at least 3 to 4 inches deep to allow the dumplings to cook properly. Once boiling, test the dough by forming a small dumpling, about the size of a tangerine, using wet hands to shape and compact it. Carefully drop the test dumpling into the boiling water. If it falls apart, the dough is too wet; gradually mix in bread crumbs until the dumpling holds its shape.

Image Step 04
04 Step

Recipe View With wet hands, form the remaining dough into large dumplings. Gently drop them into the simmering water. Cook for 20 minutes, ensuring the water remains at a gentle simmer. Remove the cooked dumplings with a large slotted spoon and place them on a serving plate. Serve immediately.

For the best flavor, use a crusty, stale French bread or baguette. The drier the bread, the better it will absorb the milk.
Don't overwork the dough; gentle kneading is all that's needed to bring it together.
Serve the Semmelknoedel hot, smothered in your favorite gravy or sauce. They are a delicious accompaniment to roasted meats, poultry, or vegetarian dishes.
If you want to add more flavor, try adding a pinch of nutmeg or some chopped herbs like chives or marjoram to the dough.

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RECIPE REVIEWS

Avarage Rating: 4.8/ 5 ( 81 Ratings)
Total Reviews: (7)
  • Cathryn Lindgren

    The test dumpling step is genius! It saved me from a potential dumpling disaster.

  • Jerald Wintheiser

    These were so much easier to make than I expected. Thank you for the clear instructions!

  • Walter Kris

    This recipe is a lifesaver! My family raved about these dumplings.

  • Watson Dibbert

    Perfect comfort food for a cold day!

  • Devante Batz

    My Oma used to make these all the time, and this recipe is just like hers!

  • Fredrick Batz

    The dumplings were a bit too soft for my liking, so next time I'll add a bit more bread crumbs.

  • Lemuel Kunde

    I added a pinch of nutmeg to the dough, and it gave it a lovely warmth.

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