Hungarian Plum Dumplings

If you love traditional Hungarian desserts, these Hungarian Plum Dumplings, known as Szilvás Gombóc, are a must-try. Soft potato dough surrounds a juicy plum, and the dumplings are boiled until tender before being coated in buttery toasted breadcrumbs and sugar.

The combination of fluffy potato dough, warm cinnamon-sugar, juicy plum, and crisp golden breadcrumbs makes this classic Hungarian dessert incredibly comforting. It is a wonderful recipe for plum season and a beautiful way to enjoy a traditional Hungarian favorite.

Ingredients

For the Potato Dough

• 2 pounds starchy potatoes
• 2–2½ cups all-purpose flour
• 1 large egg
• 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
• ½ teaspoon salt

For the Plum Filling

• 12 small Italian plums or European plums
• ½ cup granulated sugar
• 1½ teaspoons ground cinnamon

For the Breadcrumb Coating

• 1½ cups fine breadcrumbs
• 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
• ¼ cup granulated sugar
• ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon

For Serving

• Powdered sugar, optional
• Extra cinnamon sugar, optional