A delightful dessert featuring tender dumplings simmered in a luscious blueberry sauce.
Combine the blueberries, sugar, water, lemon peel, and lemon juice in a large saucepan and bring to a boil.
Stir occasionally to prevent sticking and ensure even cooking.
Reduce the heat and let the mixture simmer uncovered for 5 minutes.
Simmering allows the flavors to meld and the sauce to thicken slightly.
In a mixing bowl, combine the flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
Sift the dry ingredients together for a smoother dough.
Cut the butter into the dry mixture until it resembles coarse crumbs.
Use cold butter for a better texture in the dumplings.
Add the milk to the mixture and stir until just combined.
Avoid overmixing to keep the dumplings tender.
Drop spoonfuls of the dough into the simmering blueberry sauce.
Space the dumplings evenly to allow them to cook properly.
Cover the saucepan and cook over low heat for 10 minutes without lifting the lid.
Keeping the lid on ensures the dumplings steam properly.
Serve the dumplings in bowls with the blueberry sauce spooned over them.
Garnish with a dollop of whipped cream or a scoop of ice cream for extra indulgence.