Dumplings

[Spreeny]

When I make dumplings I use 4oz flour /2oz suet, they turn out ok but I'd love them to be a bit lighter ( not quite so stodgy ) any suggestions please ?

[Annlinda]

Double sifted self raising flour stir in suet very little water and minimum handling.

[Im a BusyBee]

i making dumplings tonight same ratio of ingredients as you - your question has made me think .........i substitute an amount of S/R flour for cornflour when making cakes to make them lighter, do you think this would work witrh dumplings???

[valsuey]

If you use Vegetable suet it makes them lighter too.

[Bellringer]

Use plain flour & baking powder. You can add more baking powder or less. It may take a bit of practice.