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Dairy-Free Túrós Gombóc (Sweet Cheese Dumplings) recipe by Safe Plated

Dairy-Free Túrós Gombóc (Sweet Cheese Dumplings)

A dairy-free take on the classic Hungarian sweet cheese dumplings, using a clever blend of plant-based ingredients to mimic the creamy texture of túró (curd cheese). Served with toasted breadcrumbs and a touch of sweetener.

30m prep + 20m cook4 servings
Contains nutsContains wheatContains soyDAIRY-free
280 cal|12g protein|30g carbs|12g fat|3g fiber

Ingredients

  • 1 lb Firm Tofu (pressed)
  • 1/2 cup Cashews (soaked in hot water for 30 min)
  • 1 tbsp Lemon Juice
  • 2 tbsp Nutritional Yeast
  • 1/4 cup Semolina Flour
  • 2 tbsp Tapioca Starch
  • 2 tbsp Sugar or Sweetener
  • 1 tsp Vanilla Extract
  • 1/4 tsp Salt
  • 1/2 cup Breadcrumbs
  • 2 tbsp Vegan Butter

Instructions

  1. 1Thoroughly press the firm tofu to remove excess water. Crumble into a bowl.
  2. 2Drain the soaked cashews and blend them with lemon juice, nutritional yeast, and a tablespoon of water until smooth and creamy.
  3. 3Combine the crumbled tofu, cashew cream, semolina flour, tapioca starch, sugar, vanilla extract, and salt in a bowl. Mix well until a dough forms.
  4. 4Bring a large pot of water to a boil.
  5. 5While the water is heating, form the dough into small balls (about 1-inch in diameter).
  6. 6In a separate pan, melt the vegan butter over medium heat. Add the breadcrumbs and toast until golden brown, stirring constantly.
  7. 7Gently drop the dumplings into the boiling water. Cook for 5-7 minutes, or until they float to the surface.
  8. 8Remove the dumplings with a slotted spoon and drain well.
  9. 9Roll the cooked dumplings in the toasted breadcrumbs to coat.
  10. 10Serve warm or at room temperature as a snack.

Substitutions

Túrós CheeseFirm Tofu, Cashews, Lemon Juice, Nutritional Yeast

ButterVegan Butter

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