Golden Syrup Dumplings

Directions

1. 1
   Sift the flour into a bowl and add a pinch of salt.
2. 2
   Using your fingertips, rub the butter into the flour until it resembles fine breadcrumbs.
3. 3
   Make a well in the center and using a flat bladed knife, stir in the combined egg and milk to form a soft dough.
4. 4
   To make syrup, place the water in a large pan with the sugar, second amount of butter, golden syurp and lemon juice, stirring over medium heat until combined and the sugar has dissolved.
5. 5
   Brint to a boil, then gently drop dessertspoons of the dough into the syrup.
6. 6
   Reduce the heat to a simmer and cook, covered, for 20 minutes, or until a knife inserted into a dumpling comes out clean.
7. 7
   Spoon onto serving plates, drizzle with syrup and serve immediately to 4 very lucky people with a dollop of whipped cream on top.