Dumplings and Cocky's Joy

Combine self-rising flour and confectioners' sugar in a mixing bowl. Add melted butter, beaten egg, and milk, stirring until a soft dough forms.

Divide dough into 8 equal portions and shape each into a smooth ball, ensuring no cracks on the surface.

Pour water into a large saucepan and bring to a boil over medium-high heat.

Carefully place dumplings into the boiling water, allowing them to sink initially then float to the surface.

Once dumplings rise to the surface, simmer gently for an additional 10 minutes until tender and cooked through.

While dumplings cook, prepare the sauce by combining golden syrup, brown sugar, butter, and lemon juice in a small saucepan over medium heat.

Stir the sauce constantly until butter melts and sugar dissolves completely, creating a smooth golden syrup sauce.

Using a slotted spoon, transfer cooked dumplings to serving bowls, arranging 2 per bowl.

Pour the warm golden syrup sauce generously over each dumpling and serve immediately.