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    Home » Recipes » Breads » Easy Gluten Free Dumplings

    Easy Gluten Free Dumplings

    February 14, 2023 By Julianne Hodges | 1 Comment | Updated February 14, 2023

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    These warm gluten free dumplings are soft, fluffy, and made in under 20 minutes. Serve with your favorite chicken noodle soup or gluten free chicken and dumplings for an easy and celiac friendly comfort meal that the whole family can enjoy.

    Gluten Free Chicken and Dumplings

    A gluten-free lifestyle does not mean you have to miss out on classic recipes like chicken and dumplings. In fact, you won’t even be able to tell this recipe is gluten-free. It’s the perfect comfort food that tastes just like the real deal.

    This recipe is made with Pamela’s baking mix or King Arthur GF flour for perfectly light and fluffy dumplings. You don’t have to worry about fancy GF flours or complicated ingredients with these easy mixes. Find them at your local grocery store on your next shopping trip.

    I love serving these dumplings with instant pot chicken noodle soup, but you can also get creative and pair with egg rolls, pot stickers, or this cream of chicken soup. All of which are gluten-free!

    Gluten Free Dumplings dough in a bowl

    Why you’ll love this dumpling recipe

    • It’s a simple recipe with only six ingredients
    • They’re light, fluffy, and taste just like regular dumplings
    • This dumplings recipe pairs well with so many different main dishes
    • Make them in under 20 minutes
    Gluten Free Dumplings ingredients

    Ingredients

    • Baking mix – Pamela’s baking mix or King Arthur’s gluten free flour blend are my go-to mixes for these dumplings. This way, you don’t have to buy tons of different ingredients like xanthan gum, tapioca starch, or potato starch.
    • Spices – Thyme, fresh parsley flakes, and nutmeg are staples for this recipe but feel free to add more spices if desired.
    • Milk – Organic or raw milk yields best results!
    Gluten Free Dumplings step by step instructions

    How to make

    Step 1: Combine ingredients

    Combine dry ingredients and whisk with spices.

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    Gluten Free Dumplings step by step instructions

    Steps 2 & 3:

    Whisk then add milk.

    Gluten Free Dumplings step by step instructions

    Step 4: Form

    Form into dumplings. You can make them as big or small as you’d like but you would need to cook them longer if they are bigger than 2 inches.

    Gluten Free Dumplings step by step instructions

    Step 5: Cook

    Drop into a large pot of boiling soup and cook for 10-15 minutes.

    cooking gluten free dumplings

    Pro tip: You can cook your homemade dumplings in chicken broth, beef stock, vegetable broth, or any other type of soup base instead of water for more flavor.

    Tips for success

    • Salt your soup base – Similar to pasta water, you should salt the brother or soup mix before dropping your dumplings in. This will give them a better flavor!
    • Don’t over mix the dough – For light and fluffy dumplings, do not overwork the dumpling dough. Stir until you don’t see anymore dry flour but no further. There may be lumps in the dough but that’s okay.
    • Use an ice cream scoop – When measuring the dumpling batter, use a cookie scoop or ice cream scoop to plot into the water.
    • Serve with dipping sauce – A dipping sauce like soy sauce, spicy mayo, or something similar is a great way to elevate this recipe. Make sure you use gluten-free soy sauce.

    Storage

    Refrigeration – Feel free to make the dough ahead of time and refrigerate for 2-3 days. Cover the dough with plastic wrap or place in an airtight container. I do not recommend storing after the dumplings have been cooked.

    Freezing – Similar to refrigerating, you can freeze the dough in an airtight container or in plastic wrap for up to 3 months. Simply thaw and cook as directed when you’re ready to serve. Do not freeze gluten free dumplings after you’ve cooked them.

    Gluten Free Dumplings and Chicken

    FAQ

    Do dumplings float when done?

    Uncooked dumplings will float while cooked dumplings will sink. This an easy way to make sure dumplings are cooked or not. But if you’re hesitant, you can cut one open to be certain.

    Can you cook dumplings too long?

    Yes if you cook dumplings too long they will start to disintegrate. Although it takes awhile for them to disintegrate, the texture will be off if you cook them a little too long.

    Do you put dumpling in boiling water or as they heat up?

    Add dumplings to boiling water or hot soup mix! They will not cook correctly if you add them to cold water. You also want to make sure there is room in the pot as well. The dumplings should not touch while cooking.

    More gluten-free recipes you’ll love

    • These gluten-free spring rolls are another easy appetizer or side dish that taste just like the real thing
    • If you’re looking for another side for soup, my favorite gluten-free garlic bread
    • Gluten-free crescent rolls are light and fluffy just like these dumplings
    • Feel free to serve these yummy dumplings with gluten-free ramen

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    Gluten Free Dumplings

    Gluten Free Dumplings in a bowl
    5 from 1 vote
    These warm gluten-free dumplings are soft, fluffy, and made in under 20 minutes. Serve with your favorite chicken noodle soup for an easy and celiac friendly comfort meal that the whole family can enjoy.
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    Prep Time: 5 mins
    Cook Time: 5 mins
    Total Time: 10 mins
    Course: Bread
    Cuisine: American
    Keyword: dumplings, gluten-free
    Servings: 6 servings
    Calories: 150kcal

    Ingredients

    • 2 cups gluten free all purpose flour
    • 1/4 teaspoon Dried thyme
    • 1/2 teaspoon Dried parsley
    • dash Ground nutmeg
    • 1/2 teapsoon real salt
    • 2/3 cup milk

    Instructions

    • Combine dry ingredients into a large bowl
    • Slowly add milk and mix lightly
    • Drop heaping tablespoons into boiling soup
    • Boil until dough is cooked through, should be 10-15 minutes

    Notes

    Tips: 

    • Salt your soup base – Similar to pasta water, you should salt the water or soup mix before dropping your dumplings in. This will give them a better flavor!
    • Don’t over mix the dough – For light and fluffy dumplings, do not overwork the dumpling dough. Stir until you don’t see anymore dry flour but no further. There may be lumps in the dough but that’s okay.
    • Use an ice cream scoop – When measuring the dumpling batter, use a cookie scoop or ice cream scoop to plot into the water. 

    Do dumplings float when done?

    Uncooked dumplings will float while cooked dumplings will sink. This an easy way to make sure dumplings are cooked or not. But if you’re hesitant, you can cut one open to be certain.

    Nutrition

    Serving: 1serving | Calories: 150kcal | Carbohydrates: 30g | Protein: 5g | Fat: 2g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 0.4g | Cholesterol: 3mg | Sodium: 43mg | Potassium: 41mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 46IU | Vitamin C: 0.03mg | Calcium: 61mg | Iron: 2mg

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    1. Sandra says

      February 15, 2023 at 1:52 am

      5 stars
      Yum!!!! My kids didn’t even know this was gluten free so this is a win. Usually my kids are really picky about eating gluten free, so I didn’t tell them for this recipe and they didn’t know!

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