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Comforting Slovenian Farmer’s Cheese Dumplings with Apple Compote Recipe

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Experience the comforting taste of Slovenian Farmer’s Cheese Dumplings served with a warm, aromatic apple and rhubarb compote. These traditional dumplings feature a smooth, elastic dough wrapped around a creamy, lightly sweetened farmer’s cheese filling, boiled to tender perfection and topped with golden fried breadcrumbs for a delightful texture contrast. Paired with a fragrant compote simmered with cinnamon and cloves, this recipe offers a heartwarming, rustic dessert or sweet main course perfect for sharing.

Ingredients

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Dough:

  • 2.75 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 large egg, beaten
  • Salt, to taste
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • 2/3 cup lukewarm water mixed with 1 tablespoon white or apple cider vinegar

Filling:

  • 1.25 cups farmer’s cheese, crumbled
  • 3/4 cup sour cream
  • 2 large eggs, beaten
  • 2 tablespoons sugar

Topping:

  • 7 tablespoons butter
  • 1/2 cup plain breadcrumbs

Apple Rhubarb Compote:

  • 5 medium apples, peeled and chopped
  • 4 rhubarb stalks, peeled and chopped
  • 1 whole cinnamon stick
  • 4 whole cloves
  • 2 tablespoons sugar
  • Water, as needed

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Dough: Sift 2.75 cups of all-purpose flour into a large mixing bowl and create a well in the center for the wet ingredients.
  2. Mix Wet Ingredients: Pour in 1 beaten egg, 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil, and 2/3 cup lukewarm water combined with 1 tablespoon vinegar into the well in the flour.
  3. Form Rough Dough: Using your fingers, mix the ingredients until a rough dough forms.
  4. Knead Dough: Knead the dough on a floured surface for about 10 minutes, until it becomes smooth and elastic.
  5. Rest Dough: Shape into a ball, coat with vegetable oil to prevent drying, cover, and let it rest for 30 to 60 minutes.
  6. Prepare Filling: In a bowl, mash 1.25 cups of farmer’s cheese. Add 2 beaten eggs, 3/4 cup sour cream, and 2 tablespoons sugar; mix until the filling is smooth.
  7. Divide Dough: Split the rested dough evenly into two pieces for easier handling.
  8. Roll First Dough Piece: On a floured cloth, roll out one piece of dough as thin as possible and trim the edges cleanly.
  9. Spread Filling: Evenly spread the prepared cheese filling over the rolled dough, leaving a margin around the edges.
  10. Roll Dumpling: Carefully roll up the dough tightly from one edge, sealing both ends to encase the filling.
  11. Wrap Dumpling: Wrap the rolled dumpling snugly in a clean cloth and tie securely to hold its shape. Repeat with second piece of dough and filling.
  12. Cook Dumplings: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil, drop in the wrapped dumplings, cover, and simmer gently for about 30 minutes until cooked through.
  13. Rest Dumplings: Remove dumplings from water and let them rest for 10 minutes before unwrapping.
  14. Prepare Apple Rhubarb Compote: In a pot, combine chopped apples, chopped rhubarb, 1 cinnamon stick, 4 whole cloves, 2 tablespoons sugar, and enough water to cover the fruit. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 15-20 minutes until fruit softens and flavors meld.
  15. Make Breadcrumb Topping: In a pan, melt 7 tablespoons of butter over medium heat. Add 1/2 cup breadcrumbs and fry, stirring frequently until golden brown and crisp.
  16. Serve Dumplings: Carefully unwrap the dumplings and slice them into serving pieces. Plate them and generously spoon the browned breadcrumbs over each serving.
  17. Finish and Garnish: Sprinkle the dumplings with ground cinnamon and sugar to your taste, and serve alongside the warm apple rhubarb compote for a delicious balance of sweet and tangy flavors.

Notes

  • The vinegar in the dough water helps tenderize the dough and adds a subtle tang.
  • Use fresh farmer’s cheese for the authentic creamy texture; small curd cottage cheese can be a substitute but drain excess moisture.
  • Ensure the dough is rolled very thin to achieve the delicate texture characteristic of Slovenian dumplings.
  • Wrapping dumplings in cloth helps them maintain shape during simmering and prevents disintegration.
  • Adjust sugar in compote according to the sweetness of your apples and rhubarb.
  • Serve dumplings warm for best flavor and texture.
  • Breadcrumb topping adds a crunchy contrast to the soft dumplings and complements the tangy cheese filling.

Keywords: Slovenian dumplings, farmer’s cheese dumplings, apple compote dessert, traditional Slovenian recipe, sweet cheese dumplings

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