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Basic brandy butter recipe

54 ratings

Perfect for dolloping over mince pies and Christmas puddings, this luxuriously rich blend of butter, sugar and brandy is really easy to make and your guests will love that festive homemade touch. See method

Serves 8
10 mins to prepare
228 calories / serving
Vegetarian
Gluten-free

Ingredients

150g unsalted butter, at room temperature
150g caster sugar
4 tbsp brandy

Each serving contains

Energy
950kj
228kcal 11%
Fat
16g 22%
Saturates
9g 47%
Sugars
20g 22%
Salt
0g 0%

of the reference intake
Carbohydrate 20g Protein 0.1g Fibre 0g

Method

Either using a food mixer with a paddle attachment or a bowl and an electric handwhisk, beat the butter until pale, then add the sugar and beat for 1-2 mins until pale and fluffy.
Add the brandy and 2 tbsp boiling water, beat until smooth, then chill until needed. It will keep for 3-4 days covered in the fridge.

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