Golden Citrus Flummery: A Scottish Delight with Creamy Bliss 🍊✨

Flummery Recipe 🍊🥣

Description:
Flummery, a delightful Scottish dessert, has roots dating back to the fifteenth century, appearing in manuscript menus for grand feasts. Its essence lies in soaked cereal, where the liquid sets into a luscious jelly, complemented by flavors of orange juice or rosewater, crowned with creamy goodness and a drizzle of honey, optionally spiked with a hint of alcohol.

Cooking Time: 1 hour 30 minutes
Preparation Time: 48 hours
Total Time: 49 hours 30 minutes
Servings: Approximately 5 pints

Nutritional Information (per serving):

• Calories: 254.9
• Fat Content: 12.3g
• Saturated Fat Content: 7.5g
• Cholesterol Content: 43.7mg
• Sodium Content: 23.3mg
• Carbohydrate Content: 33.1g
• Fiber Content: 1.8g
• Sugar Content: 27.3g
• Protein Content: 2.2g

Ingredients:

• 30 cups water
• 4 cups old-fashioned oatmeal
• 6 cups caster sugar
• 2 oranges (for juice and grated rind)
• 5 tablespoons honey
• 2 tablespoons brandy (optional)
• 4 cups double cream

Instructions:

1. Soak the Oatmeal: Begin by soaking the oatmeal in water for a duration of 48 hours, allowing it to soften and infuse.

2. Prepare the Flummery Base:

   • After soaking, stir the oatmeal mixture thoroughly.
   • Next, strain off the liquid into a saucepan, ensuring to discard the oatmeal solids.

3. Sweeten and Flavor:

   • To the oatmeal-infused liquid, add the freshly squeezed orange juice and caster sugar.
   • Bring the mixture to a gentle boil over medium heat, stirring continuously for approximately 10 minutes or until it thickens considerably.

4. Incorporate Cream:

   • Once the mixture reaches a thick consistency, remove it from heat and allow it to cool until tepid.
   • Gently stir in the double cream until fully incorporated, creating a rich and velvety texture.

5. Set in Refrigerator:

   • Transfer the prepared flummery mixture into a large flat dish or individual serving dishes.
   • Place the dish(es) into the refrigerator to set for approximately 1 hour, allowing the flavors to meld and the texture to firm up.

6. Final Touches:

   • Upon setting, garnish the flummery with freshly grated orange rind for a burst of citrusy aroma.
   • Drizzle generously with honey, infusing sweetness throughout.
   • For an added touch of indulgence, optionally pour over a splash of whisky or brandy to elevate the flavors.
   • Finish by dolloping whipped cream on top, adding a creamy, luxurious finish to this decadent dessert.

Enjoy your homemade Flummery, a timeless delight steeped in Scottish tradition! 🏴✨