Wachauer Marillenknödel

Wachauer marillenknödel is a classic Austrian dish consisting of a depitted Wachau apricot that is encased in a light dough which is then shaped into a dumpling, cooked, and rolled in breadcrumbs that have been fried in butter. The dough can be made either with soft cheese or potatoes, while the breadcrumbs are often seasoned with powdered cinnamon. Although the delectable Wachau apricot dumplings are served generously dusted with icing sugar, some might think that they are served as a dessert, but the dumplings are traditionally consumed as a main dish.