Dumplings with cheese and herbs

Cookinero 1 Sep 2025

To make dumplings with cheese and herbs tasty and aromatic, you need to take only real cheeses. Cheese products are not suitable for this recipe. The ideal option is both hard and soft cheeses. For example, parmesan, gouda. Also, dumplings will be tasty with soft feta or ricotta.

How to cook Dumplings with cheese and herbs

Step 1

Dumplings with cheese and herbs

Prepare the dough. To do this, pour all the dry ingredients (flour, salt) into a deep bowl. Mix them well. Add eggs, water, and pre-melted butter to the resulting mixture. Knead the dough. It should be airy but elastic. Cover the bowl with a napkin and put it in the refrigerator for 10-15 minutes.

Step 2

Dumplings with cheese and herbs

While the dough is "resting", start preparing the filling. Place boiled potatoes, eggs, cheese and greens in a blender bowl. Grind and mix all ingredients thoroughly. Add seasonings to the resulting mixture and mix again. The filling for dumplings with cheese and greens is ready.

Step 3

Dumplings with cheese and herbs

Start making vareniki. Take the dough out of the refrigerator. Roll it out into a thin layer. Cut out circles from it using a regular faceted glass. Put the filling on each circle. Form vareniki with greens.

Step 4

Dumplings with cheese and herbs

Cook the dumplings in boiling water for 2-3 minutes.

Step 5

Dumplings with cheese and herbs

Ready dumplings with cheese and herbs can be served with sour cream or any other milk sauce.

Dumplings with cheese and herbs - FAQ About Ingredients, Baking Time and Storage

Yes, you can use a gluten-free flour blend in a 1:1 ratio, but ensure it contains a binder like xanthan gum for elasticity.
Cooked dumplings last 3-4 days in the fridge when stored in an airtight container.
Replace eggs with flax eggs and butter with plant-based oil or vegan butter. Use dairy-free cheese and skip sour cream or opt for a vegan alternative.
Place uncooked dumplings on a baking sheet, freeze until solid, then transfer to a freezer bag. They’ll last up to 3 months—cook from frozen, adding 1-2 extra minutes.
Absolutely! Dill, parsley, or chives work well. Adjust quantities based on your taste preference.
Ensure the water is at a rolling boil and stir gently after adding dumplings. Use a slotted spoon to separate them if needed.
Try mashed cauliflower or grated zucchini (squeezed dry) for a lower-carb option with a similar texture.

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