Hungarian Plum Dumplings – Szilvásgombóc

Szilvásgombóc is one of Hungary’s most beloved traditional comfort foods. These soft potato dumplings are wrapped around juicy plums, boiled until tender, and coated in buttery toasted breadcrumbs with cinnamon and sugar.

The combination of fluffy potato dough, warm fruit, and sweet, crunchy breadcrumbs makes this Hungarian classic wonderfully comforting.

Ingredients

For the Dumplings

• 1 kg potatoes, preferably starchy
• 250–300 g all-purpose flour
• 1 egg
• 1 tablespoon butter
• 1 pinch salt
• 12–15 small ripe plums
• 12–15 small cubes of sugar, optional

For the Breadcrumb Coating

• 100 g breadcrumbs
• 50 g butter
• 2–3 tablespoons granulated sugar
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon

For Serving

• Powdered sugar
• Ground cinnamon
• Extra breadcrumbs, if desired