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Spinach Knödel with Creamy Twist

Indulgent Spinach Knödel with Creamy Twist for Comfort Food

Indulge in Spinach Knödel with Creamy Twist, a comforting dish perfect for dinner.
Prep Time 25 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Resting Time 10 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 4 dumplings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: German, Vegetarian
Calories: 200

Ingredients
  

For the Dumplings
  • 200 grams Fresh Spinach Use baby spinach for best taste
  • 200 grams Stale Bread Cubes Day-old bread works best
  • 1 medium Onion Finely chopped
  • 2 large Eggs Acts as a binder
  • 150 ml Milk Helps soak the bread cubes
  • 100 grams Grated Parmesan Cheese Substitute with mozzarella or feta for a twist
  • 30 grams Fresh Parsley Chopped fresh leaves
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
  • 1 teaspoon Black Pepper
  • 1 pinch Nutmeg Enriches flavor
  • 50 grams Butter For drizzling over dumplings
  • 4 leaves Fresh Sage Leaves Optional, for frying
For Serving
  • 150 ml Light Cream Sauce Infusion of garlic and lemon zest
  • 50 grams Additional Parmesan For sprinkling on top

Equipment

  • Large Pot
  • skillet
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Slotted Spoon
  • Clean kitchen towel

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Boil a large pot of salted water over high heat until rolling.
  2. Blanch fresh spinach in boiling water for 1-2 minutes until bright green, then drain and squeeze out excess moisture.
  3. Soak stale bread cubes in warm milk for about 10 minutes, pressing gently to fully saturate.
  4. Sauté finely chopped onion in a tablespoon of butter over medium heat until translucent, about 4-5 minutes.
  5. In a mixing bowl, combine squeezed spinach, soaked bread, sautéed onion, eggs, grated Parmesan, parsley, nutmeg, salt, and pepper. Mix well and let rest for 8-10 minutes.
  6. Shape the mixture into golf-ball-sized dumplings, about 12 in total, packing gently.
  7. Poach the dumplings in simmering salted water for 12-15 minutes until they float and feel firm.
  8. Melt butter with fresh sage leaves in a small pan over low heat until foamy, then drizzle over cooked dumplings.
  9. Serve hot with additional Parmesan and light cream sauce.

Nutrition

Serving: 1dumplingCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 6gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 250mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Ensure stale bread cubes are well-soaked in milk without becoming mushy. Shape dumplings uniformly for even cooking and consider making them in advance for convenience.

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