Dinner

Tomato Dumpling Soup Recipe

BySarah Summers March 28, 2026March 28, 2026

Introduction

Tomato Dumpling Soup is a comforting and flavorful dish that combines a rich tomato base with soft, cheesy dumplings. It’s perfect for cozy evenings when you want something warm and satisfying yet surprisingly easy to make.

A white bowl filled with bright orange tomato sauce, smooth and slightly thick. Four large, round dumplings with a golden, slightly browned top float in the sauce, each sprinkled with small green herb pieces and tiny black pepper flakes. The dumplings have a soft, smooth-looking texture on top with slightly uneven edges. The bowl sits on a white marbled surface. photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Ingredients

1 tablespoon olive oil
25 grams butter
1 onion, chopped
½ sweet potato, peeled and chopped
3 cloves garlic, minced
½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
2 tablespoons fresh basil, torn
2 (400g) cans chopped tomatoes
500ml chicken stock
½ teaspoon sugar
50ml single cream
125g dried breadcrumbs
½ teaspoon baking powder
75g mature cheddar, grated
1 teaspoon mustard powder
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1 egg
50g cream cheese

Instructions

Step 1: Heat the olive oil and butter in a large pot over low heat. Add the chopped onion and sweet potato, cooking until they are soft, about 5 to 10 minutes.
Step 2: Stir in the minced garlic and ground cinnamon, cooking until fragrant, about 1 minute. Then add the fresh basil, chopped tomatoes, and chicken stock.
Step 3: Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat and let it simmer for 20 minutes to develop the flavors.
Step 4: While the soup simmers, in a mixing bowl, combine the breadcrumbs, baking powder, grated cheddar, mustard powder, dried oregano, egg, and cream cheese. Mix until stiff dough forms and shape into about 8 dumpling balls.
Step 5: Blend the soup until smooth using a hand blender or in batches in a blender. Adjust seasoning with sugar, salt, and pepper to taste, then stir in the single cream.
Step 6: Gently drop the dumplings into the simmering soup. Cook uncovered without stirring for about 10 minutes until the dumplings are cooked through and puffed up.

Tips & Variations

For a vegetarian version, replace chicken stock with vegetable stock.
Add a pinch of chilli flakes for a mild heat boost.
Use fresh herbs like oregano or thyme instead of dried for a fresher flavor.
Serve with crusty bread to soak up the delicious soup and dumplings.

Storage

Store any leftover soup and dumplings in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. Reheat gently on the stove over low heat, stirring occasionally. The dumplings may soften over time but will still taste delicious.

How to Serve

A white bowl filled with a bright orange tomato-based sauce, smooth and slightly thick, serving as the bottom layer. On top of this sauce, there are four plump, soft-looking ravioli with a glossy, light golden-brown surface, showing slight char marks and garnished with small bits of green herbs scattered on and around them. The bowl rests on a white marbled surface. photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I freeze Tomato Dumpling Soup?

It’s best to freeze the soup and dumplings separately. Freeze the soup in airtight containers for up to 3 months. Dumplings can be frozen before cooking; thaw and cook them fresh in the soup when ready.

Can I make the dumplings gluten-free?

Yes, substitute the dried breadcrumbs with gluten-free breadcrumbs and ensure that all other ingredients are gluten-free. This will give a similar texture and flavor without gluten.