Jamaican sweet festival dumplings always remind me of my now departed former pastors wife.  She would make these and sneak me bags of them on Sundays when I was first a child, then a teen and finally as a young married mom.

They are delectable crispy on the outside, soft and warm on the inside morsels with a hint of sweetness that are enjoyed on their own but also pair perfectly with spicy or savory foods, making them a staple on most Jamaican dinner tables. The recipe is simple, but for me,  they are packed with tradition and memories of the sweetest Jamaican woman who has made a huge impact on my life.