This creamy Potato Dumpling Soup is hearty, comforting, and full of vegetables, fresh herbs, and homemade dumplings. A cozy vegetarian soup perfect for cold days.
Homemade Potato Dumpling Soup
Updated in 2026: This post now includes clearer tips, FAQs, and a better structure to help you make this creamy potato dumpling soup with confidence.
This homemade potato dumpling soup is creamy, hearty, and packed with vegetables, herbs, and soft dumplings. If you are looking for a comforting vegetarian soup for colder days, this is a delicious one to make.
Good thing I made some yummy potato dumpling soup for lunch today. It is the kind of cozy meal that fills you up without feeling too heavy.
Tons of veggies, homemade dumplings, and fresh herbs mixed with sour cream give this soup a tangy, comforting flavor the whole family will love.
Do not worry about the prep. This homemade potato dumpling soup is easy to make and comes together in about 45 minutes.
If you are in a rush, you can buy pre-cut vegetables at the supermarket. You can also add extra vegetables you already have in the fridge.
The creaminess of this soup goes perfectly with freshly baked rolls. Serve it with warm bread, and it turns into the kind of meal that feels extra cozy and satisfying.
Honestly, I cannot take all the credit for this one. It is my grandmother’s recipe. She is from Romania, and this soup is inspired by a specialty from the Bucovina region.
Learn more about Rădăuți soup and its Romanian roots.
If you are a vegetarian or cooking for a vegetarian guest, this soup can absolutely work as the main dish. Just serve it with warm bread on the side for a complete meal.
Here is a video on how to make it:
Comfort food at its finest.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are potato dumplings made of?
Potato dumplings can vary by recipe, but they are usually made with potatoes, flour or starch, and sometimes eggs. In this soup, they add a soft and hearty texture.
Can I make potato dumpling soup ahead of time?
Yes, you can make the soup ahead of time and reheat it gently before serving. The flavors get even better as it sits.
Can I freeze potato dumpling soup?
You can freeze it, but the texture of the dumplings and sour cream base may change slightly after thawing. For best results, enjoy it fresh or refrigerated for a few days.
Is this soup vegetarian?
Yes, this version is vegetarian, which makes it a great option for meatless meals or vegetarian guests.
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Potato Dumpling Soup
Ingredients
For Dumplings
- 1/2 cup Flour
- 1 Egg
- 1 tablespoon Milk
- 1/2 teaspoon Salt
- 1/4 teaspoon White pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon Nutmeg
For Soup
- 10 cups Vegetable Stock
- 2 Carrots peeled and diced
- 2 Celery Stalks diced
- 1/2 Red Pepper chopped
- 1/2 Green Pepper chopped
- 1/2 Onion chopped
- 2 lbs Potatoes peeled and diced
- 1 1/2 cups Peas frozen
- 2 teaspoons Celery leaves chopped
- 1 tablespoon Parsley chopped
- 1 tablespoon Dill chopped
- 1 cup Sour Cream
- Salt + Pepper to taste
Instructions
For Dumplings
- Place the flour in a bowl, add the rest of the ingredients and mix with a fork or small whisk until incorporated. Set aside
For Soup
- Bring the vegetable stock to a boil in a large soup pot. Lower the heat until the soup simmers
- Add the carrots, onions, celery, green and red peppers. Cook for 5 minutes
- Dip a spoon in the soup to moisten it. Then use that spoon to drop small portions of the dumpling dough into the simmering soup. Let them cook for 10 minutes
- Add the potatoes and cook until they are fork tender. About 10-15 minutes. Season with salt and pepper
- Add the peas, parsley, dill, and celery leaves. Stir
- Remove from the heat and let the soup cool down for 5 minutes
- Place the sour cream in a bowl and using a ladle, add some of the soup to the sour cream. Mix the sour cream with the bit of soup to "temper it" (will prevent from breaking)
- Place the diluted sour cream in the cooled soup and mix. Check for seasoning and correct if needed
- Enjoy!
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Amazing! This is my husband’s and son’s absolute favorite !
Yay! glad they enjoyed it! thanks for the feedback!
I like this recipe and will make it again! I did remove some of the cooked potatoes, mash them, and then add them back into the soup to thicken it up some. I think it will be even better leftover. Thank you for sharing!
Love your mashed potatoes idea! thanks for sharing Sara!