How to make it
6 steps. Take it one step at a time.
Whisk together the flour and salt
In a large bowl, whisk together the flour and salt. Create a well in the center and add the egg and kefir. Mix until a dough forms.
Knead the dough on a lightly floured surface
Knead the dough on a lightly floured surface for about 5-8 minutes until smooth and elastic. Cover with a clean cloth and let rest for 15-20 minutes.
20 minToss the pitted sour cherries
In a small bowl, toss the pitted sour cherries with cornstarch. Keep the sugar separate for now to avoid the fruit releasing too much juice prematurely.
Roll out the dough
Roll out the dough to a thickness of about 2-3 mm. Use a glass or a round cutter to cut out circles (approximately 7-8 cm in diameter).
Place 2-3 cherries
Place 2-3 cherries in the center of each circle. Sprinkle with a small pinch of sugar. Fold the dough in half over the cherries and pinch the edges firmly to seal.
Bring a large pot of salted water
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil (100°C / 212°F). Carefully drop the dumplings into the boiling water. Once they float to the surface, cook for another 3-4 minutes.
4 min
A little kitchen wisdom
Ensure the dough is rolled thin but strong enough to hold the fruit. If using frozen cherries, thaw and drain them well before mixing with starch to prevent the dumplings from leaking.
