If you’ve been anywhere near TikTok or Instagram lately, you’ve probably seen the viral dumpling squishies popping up everywhere! These adorable little buns (also known as Bao Bun Squishies, Mystery Dumpling Squishies, or Squishy Dumplings) have completely taken over.
What makes them so irresistible? That soft, slow-rising squish and the mystery surprise of what’s inside. Many come packaged in mini steamer baskets, and if you’re lucky, you might score a rare glitter or color-changing dumpling!
But here’s the problem… they are nearly impossible to find. When stores like Five Below or Target restock, people line up early and they sell out fast. So naturally… we made our own!
Instead of hunting them down, you can crochet your very own dumpling squishies and make them in ANY color you want!
And honestly… the reaction says it all
That moment when you open the “basket” and see your dumpling for the first time… it’s just as fun as the real thing!
These are designed to fit perfectly inside those plastic steamer baskets for the full blind-box experience.
Materials
- Red Heart Super Saver Yarn (any color!)
I’m using Aran, Jade, Medium Purple, Bright Yellow, Pretty N Pink
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- Poly-fil fiber stuffing
- Tapestry needle
- Two 9mm black safety eyes
- Black yarn (for the smile)
Finished Size: Approx 4 inches wide
The plastic steam bun container pictured came with a dumpling from Five Below. The steam bun container measures 4 inches wide x 2 inches tall. While I haven’t see these sold seperately, you can get a variety of dumpling squishies + containers HERE on Amazon.
Want to make a rare version? Try using sparkle yarn like Red Heart Roll With It Sparkle for a glitter dumpling surprise! >>> Red Heart Roll With It Sparkle Yarn <<<
Watch the Video Tutorial
You can follow along step-by-step on my Repeat Crafter Me YouTube channel!
Viral Dumpling Pattern:
Magic Ring, chain 1 and make 10 SC in ring, join, chain 1
Round 2: 2 SC in each stitch around, join, chain 1 (20 SC)
Round 3: 2 SC in first, SC in next, repeat around, join chain 1 (30 SC)
Round 4: 2 SC in first, SC in next 2, repeat around, join, chain 1 (40 SC)
Round 5-9: SC in each stitch around, join, chain 1 (40 SC)
Round 10: SC Decrease, SC in next 2, repeat around, join, chain 1
Round 11: SC in each stitch around, join, chain 1 (30 SC)
Attach 9mm safety eyes between rounds 8 and 9 about 4 stitches apart.
Stitch on tiny smile with a strand of black yarn and a tapestry needle.
Stuff with poly-fil, but don’t overstuff. You want that soft, squishy feel!
Round 12: SC Decrease, SC in next, repeat around, join, chain 1 (20 SC)
Round 13: SC in each stitch around, join, chain 1 (20 SC)
Round 14: SC Decrease all the way around, join, chain 1
Round 15: SC in each stitch around, join, fasten off leaving long tail (10 SC)
with tapestry needle and loose end, stitch underneath the stitches from round 15 in order to cinch the top together giving the dumpling that classic pinch.
Weave in ends securely.
Want an Even Squishier Dumpling?
These crochet dumplings are super soft with regular poly-fil stuffing, but if you want that true viral squishy toy feel, there are a few fun ways to level them up! Try adding small pieces of memory foam (like from an old pillow or mattress topper) to create that satisfying slow-rise squish. You can also place a small foam stress ball inside the center for an extra squeezable surprise. Maybe even a balloon filled with cornstarch like the common DIY stress ball. For a weighted sensory feel, add poly beads sealed inside a nylon stocking or small fabric pouch before stuffing.
These fit perfectly into the dumpling steam bun containers from Five Below!
Make in all sorts of colors and order some Red Heart Sparkle to make your own rare glitter dumpling surprise!
>>> Red Heart Roll With It Sparkle Yarn <<<
We are officially on a mission to crochet our own mystery dumplings… and let’s just say, Zoe is very invested. Spoiler: Mom already ordered sparkle yarn, so chances are looking good that she finds the very rare glitter version!
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This crochet dumpling idea is so adorable and creative! I love that it captures the fun surprise of the viral squishies while letting you choose any color or sparkle yarn. The tips for making it extra squishy are especially helpful. Thank you for sharing such a cute pattern!
Thank you for this! Had to make it for my grand-daughter who loves the dumpling short! However, I think a row is missing between 4 and 5 to get us to 50 stitches. I put my own in but just wanted to let you know. Thanks again for all your patterns.
It’s a typo. Should be 40 stitches.
Absolutely adorable pattern….thank you for always sharing your work with us. Any chance you might consider doing the little basket container. I finished two today for my granddaughter and she loves them….I have her order for 6 more. It will be a busy weekend. Her brother ordered 2 as well. Thanks again for this so cute pattern……and yes, these dumplings are beyond difficult to find.
This is so well timed. I tried to make one on my own with a loose idea in my head – the main reason I was determined to make a crocheted version is actually for a safety issue – we had bought one for our kiddo and a really awful chemical smell assaulted my senses. Almost like strong glue but worse. We didn’t even get it from a shady place – it was a legit toy store and trying to pry it from her hands to toss in the bin was soul destroying. We came to a compromise – mum makes replacement squishie dumplings and then she will willingly get rid of it.
I will be making as many as her heart desires today!
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