Jamaican Festival (Sweet Dumpling)
Golden, crispy on the outside and tender within, Jamaican Festival is a beloved sweet dumpling that captures the vibrant spirit of the island. Made with a simple dough of flour, sugar, and warm spices, it’s lightly sweetened with vanilla and milk for a subtle richness. When fried to a deep golden hue, each bite delivers a satisfying crunch that gives way to a soft, pillowy center. Perfect alongside savory dishes or on its own, this classic treat is worth the effort for its irresistible texture and nostalgic flavor.
Ingredients
- All purpose flour1 1/2 cups
- Cornmeal1/2 cup
- Sugar6 tablespoons
- Baking Powder2 tsp
- Vanilla Extract1 tsp
- Salt1/2 tsp
- Milk3/4 cup
- OilFor frying
Nutrition
Directions
- 1
Heat a heavy bottom pot of oil that has at least 3 inches of oil in it or use a deep fryer if you have one. Turn the heat over medium heat until the temperature reaches 350 degrees Fahrenheit.
- 2
Add the all-purpose flour, cornmeal, granulated sugar, baking powder, and salt to a large bowl and stir to combine.
- 3
Add the vanilla extract and milk and stir until the dough comes together. Then use your hands to lightly form the mixture into a ball.
- 4
Pinch off pieces of dough and roll them into long oval shapes. Make about 12 dumplings.
- 5
Once the oil has reached the temperature of 350 degrees Fahrenheit, fry the dough on all sides, until golden brown. This should take about 4-6 minutes.
- 6
Remove dough and drain off any excess grease. Serve and enjoy.
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