A Cosy Roast Companion
These spelt dumplings are the perfect finishing touch for your Sunday roast. They’re light, crisp on top, and soft in the middle. Made with wholegrain spelt, they add fibre and a nutty depth to classic comfort food.
Why They Work
You can mix and shape them in under 10 minutes. They bake right in your roasting tray or stew, soaking up all the flavour. No fuss, just a better-for-you side dish that works with beef, chicken, lamb or veg roasts.
Spelt Sunday Roast Dumplings
Description
These quick spelt dumplings are golden, fluffy and perfect for soaking up gravy. Ideal for roasts, stews or plant-based mains.
Ingredients
200 g, Wholegrain Spelt Flour
Instructions
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Preheat Oven: Set to 200°C (180°C fan). Prepare your roast tray or stew.
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Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine flour, baking powder, salt, and herbs.
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Add Butter: Rub butter into the flour mix until it looks like coarse crumbs.
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Form the Dough: Stir in cold water gradually until a soft dough forms. Don’t overwork it.
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Shape Dumplings: Divide into 8 balls. Place directly on top of your hot roast or stew.
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Bake: Bake uncovered for 25 minutes until golden and puffed.
Nutrition Facts
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 220kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 12g19%
- Saturated Fat 7g35%
- Cholesterol 30mg10%
- Sodium 380mg16%
- Potassium 95mg3%
- Total Carbohydrate 22g8%
- Dietary Fiber 3g12%
- Sugars 1g
- Protein 5g10%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
Note
Place dumplings on a bubbling stew for extra moisture. Avoid placing on dry roast trays unless there’s gravy underneath.
