I’ve been flummoxed, flabbergasted and flustered. But I’ve never been in a flummery — and for good reason. It’s yet another one of those engaging, endearing and slightly silly fruit dessert words.

Note: You can use blackberries, olallieberries, boysenberries or red raspberries. Three pounds of blackberries yields 3 ½ cups seedless puree. 1 1/2 to 3 pounds berries 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice ...

Flummery, a semi-set dessert, was popular in Ireland and Britain from the 17th to the 19th century. Including oatmeal, honey – and whiskey for an extra kick – this is a dessert with a difference. In ...

Sprinkle gelatin over 1/2 cup cold water and leave for 5 minutes to soften. Put remaining water and sugar into a pan and bring to the boil. Add flour mixed smoothly with 2 tablespoons cold water. Stir ...

Note: You can use blackberries, olallieberries, boysenberries or red raspberries. Three pounds of blackberries yields 3 cups seedless puree. 1 1/2 to 3 pounds berries 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice ...

1. Puree berries in a blender or food processor. Strain puree through sieve and discard seeds. Transfer 3 1/2 cups puree to a 3-quart pan. 2. Stir in lemon juice, water, sugar and tapioca. Let stand 5 ...