Description
Jamie Oliver’s brandy butter brings festive cheer to holiday desserts with a rich, creamy blend of butter, powdered sugar, and brandy. Luxurious spoonfuls of this classic British condiment elevate puddings and pies, promising a delightful finish you’ll savor with each indulgent bite.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 7 ounces (200 grams) salted butter, softened
- 6.2 ounces (175 grams) icing sugar
Flavoring Ingredients:
- 1 teaspoon vanilla paste or seeds from 1 vanilla pod
Liquid Ingredient:
- 5–7 tablespoons brandy
Instructions
- Combine softened salted butter and powdered sugar in a medium-sized mixing bowl, whisking vigorously until the mixture becomes light and fluffy with a creamy pale appearance.
- Incorporate vanilla extract or carefully scrape fresh vanilla pod seeds into the butter mixture, blending thoroughly to distribute the aromatic flavor evenly.
- Introduce brandy gradually, adding 1 tablespoon (15 milliliters) at a time and taste after each addition to achieve the desired intensity of alcoholic warmth and depth.
- Gently fold the ingredients until completely integrated, ensuring a smooth and consistent texture without overmixing.
- Transfer the luxurious butter mixture into a clean serving bowl or decorative container, smoothing the top with a spatula for a polished presentation.
- Refrigerate the brandy butter for a minimum of 1 hour, allowing the flavors to meld and the mixture to firm up to a spreadable consistency.
- Remove from the refrigerator approximately 10-15 minutes before serving to soften slightly, making it easier to spread on festive desserts or warm baked goods.
- Store the brandy butter in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 7 days, maintaining its rich flavor and creamy texture.
Notes
- Elevate holiday desserts with this rich, boozy butter that transforms traditional Christmas treats.
- Chilling allows deep flavor infusion and creates a perfectly spreadable consistency.
- Softened butter guarantees smooth blending without lumpy textures.
- High-quality brandy makes a significant difference in the overall taste experience.
- Versatile condiment works beautifully with warm puddings, mince pies, and festive breads.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Desserts, Drinks
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: uk
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 10
- Calories: 343
- Sugar: 21.9 g
- Sodium: 160 mg
- Fat: 24.6 g
- Saturated Fat: 15.3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9.3 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 28.2 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 1.2 g
- Cholesterol: 60 mg