Mix the ingredients for the fruit base in a medium saucepan which has a well fitting lid.
Measure the dry ingredients for the dumplings into a bowl or glass measuring cup. Measure the wet ones into another.
Mix them together with a fork, so all the dry spots are incorporated.
Put the pot of berries on the stove, turning the flame to high.
Wait until it begins to boil, then stir the fruit and turn the heat down to a bare simmer.
Simmer for 3 minutes.
Drop dollops of the dumpling batter all over the top of the fruit.
Put on the lid tightly and set a timer for 15 minutes on the lowest simmer setting.
After 15 minutes, take off the lid and allow to cool a bit before serving.
