How to Make Plum Flummery - A Step-by-Step Guide

Plum flummery is a delightful and traditional dessert that is perfect for any occasion. It is a sweet, creamy pudding-like dish that is made with fresh plums, sugar, and cream. It is a simple yet elegant dessert that is sure to impress your guests.

This dish has its roots in English cuisine and has been enjoyed for generations. The word "flummery" itself has a long history and is thought to have originated in the 17th century. It has been a popular dessert in British households ever since...

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Ingredients

  • 2 cups plums, pitted and sliced
  • 1 tablespoon water (Optional)
  • 1 (.25 ounce) package unflavored gelatin
  • ½ cup hot water
  • ½ cup white sugar
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice
  • ½ cup evaporated milk

Information

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 5 mins
  • Additional Time: 3 hrs 45 mins
  • Total Time: 4 hrs 5 mins
  • Servings: 5

  • Place plums into a saucepan over medium-low heat. Cover and simmer, stirring occasionally, until soft, 5 to 10 minutes, adding 1 tablespoon water if the mixture becomes too thick or starts to burn. Remove from the heat and allow to cool, 15 to 30 minutes.
  • Dissolve gelatin in 1/2 cup hot water in a bowl Stir in cooled plums, sugar, and lemon juice; mix until sugar dissolves. Transfer to the refrigerator and chill until the mixture begins to thicken, about 30 minutes.
  • Whip evaporated milk in a mixing bowl with an electric mixer until thick. Gently spoon whipped milk into the plum mixture. Beat again with the electric mixer until fluffy and well combined. Chill for at least 3 hours before serving.
  • Nutrition

    148 cal.

    • Total Fat: 2g
    • Saturated Fat: 1g
    • Cholesterol: 7mg
    • Sodium: 30mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 31g
    • Dietary Fiber: 1g
    • Total Sugars: 29g
    • Protein: 3g
    • Vitamin C: 10mg
    • Calcium: 72mg
    • Iron: 0mg
    • Potassium: 188mg