Lemon Zest Organic, 5 g

Fresh lemon zest is one of the most effective flavourings in patisserie – and at the same time one of the most impractical: not always available, difficult to dose, and after use you are left with half a lemon that must be used up quickly. This Organic Lemon Zest from RUF solves that problem reliably. The sachet contains 97 % gently Freeze-dried lemon peel from certified organic cultivation, refined with a little natural lemon oil, and its flavour intensity corresponds exactly to the zest of one whole lemon. The result is a fresh, fruity, and slightly tart lemon flavour free from synthetic additives, which distributes evenly in doughs, creams, and fillings and develops its full potential during baking and cooking. The gentle freeze-drying process preserves the volatile aromatic compounds of the lemon peel in their entirety – an advantage over conventionally dried products, where heat destroys a portion of the flavour. 

The Organic Lemon Zest is used just like grated lemon peel – stir it dry into the flour mixture or fold it directly into the finished dough. In sponge batters for lemon cake, Bundt cake, and pound cake it provides a characteristic, fruity-tart citrus note; in shortcrust pastry, vanilla crescents, and fine biscuits it lends a subtle freshness without overpowering; and in yeast dough for Swiss braid and Brioche it rounds off the flavour in a way that only becomes fully perceptible when the loaf is cut. In creams and fillings the Organic Lemon Zest develops its flavour particularly intensely, as it releases its aromatic compounds more fully in a moist environment. For a classic Lemon cream, stir it directly into the warm egg yolk and sugar mixture before adding the butter and lemon juice – this allows the flavour to infuse deeply into the cream. For a lemon curd it is sufficient to simmer the Organic Lemon Zest together with the lemon juice until a silky, creamy, aromatic curd forms. In Mascarpone and quark cream fillings it can be stirred in effortlessly and enlivens the flavour of the entire gateau. In confectionery, the Organic Lemon Zest is a tried-and-tested ingredient for lemon Pralines and lemon Ganache: worked into a white or light Milk chocolate Ganache, it gives the filling a fresh, tart citrus note that effectively balances the sweetness of the chocolate – for this, bring the Organic Lemon Zest to the boil together with the cream and pour it over the couverture so that the flavour distributes evenly throughout the Ganache. It can also be incorporated effortlessly into icings, icing sugar, and Fondant, and for jams, preserves, and chutneys it is simply simmered along with the other ingredients.

One sachet of 5 g corresponds to the zest of one whole lemon and is perfectly sufficient for most recipes. If you only need part of it, close the sachet carefully after use – thanks to the resealable packaging, the remainder stays ready for next time. As the Organic Lemon Zest is freeze-dried, it absorbs moisture from the air – seal the sachet immediately and thoroughly after opening and store it in a dry place so that the flavour is preserved and the zest does not clump together. Store in a cool, dry location away from strongly scented foods.

Der Schluss passt noch nichtFresh lemon flavour without grating, without effort, and without compromise on taste – the RUF Organic Lemon Zest is the consistent answer to one of the most common challenges in patisserie. Made from 97 % gently Freeze-dried lemon peel of organic origin, it delivers the full flavour of one whole lemon in a single small sachet – natural, free from synthetic additives, and with an intensity that is not immediately expected at first glance. Whether in a silky lemon Ganache, a fruity-tart lemon curd, a light sponge batter, or the icing of a celebration gateau – a single step is all it takes, and every baked good is transformed into an aromatic experience that tastes of summer, freshness, and real lemon.