Canadian Maple Dumplings

Directions

1. 1
   Preheat oven to 400F (200C).
2. 2
   Add the flour and baking powder to a bowl.
3. 3
   Cut in the butter until resembling crumbs.
4. 4
   Slowly add the milk, gently tossing until a dough ball forms, try not to overwork the dough, set aside.
5. 5
   Bring the maple syrup and water to the boil in a small pot, transfer to a 13 x 9 inch glass baking dish.
6. 6
   Drop tablespoons of the dumpling dough into the maple syrup.
7. 7
   Bake, uncovered for about 25 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center of a dumpling comes out clean.
8. 8
   Serve warm topped with whipped cream or vanilla ice cream.