Brazilian Banana Chewy Dumplings
A sweet twist on traditional dumplings, filled with bananas and wrapped in a chewy dough.
Ingredients
- β2 cups All-purpose flour
- β3 ripe BananasSliced
- β1 cup Granulated sugar
- β1 package Chewy dough mix
- β1 large Egg
- β1/4 cup Vegetable shortening
- β1/4 teaspoon Salt
- β1/4 teaspoon Cinnamon
Instructions
- 1
Preheat the oven to 375Β°F (190Β°C).
- 2
In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, sugar, and salt.
- 3
Gradually add in the vegetable shortening and egg, mixing until a dough forms.
- 4
Knead the dough for 5 minutes and divide it into small balls.
- 5
Roll out each ball into a thin circle.
- 6
Place a slice of banana in the center of each circle.
- 7
Fold the dough over the banana to form a triangle and press the edges together to seal.
- 8
Place the dumplings on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- 9
Brush the tops of the dumplings with a little water.
- 10
Bake for 20-25 minutes or until golden brown.
- 11
Serve warm with a sprinkle of cinnamon.