Cognac-Brandy Almond Sweet Sauce

May 11, 2023May 11, 20230 2
Cognac-Brandy Almond Sweet Sauce - A Nutty and Delicious Dessert Topping
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Prep

10 min

Cook

20 min

Ready In

30 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

1 1/2 cups slivered almonds
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 1/2 cups water
1/4 cup sugar or 1/4 cup Splenda sugar substitute
1/2 teaspoon ground cardamom
1 teaspoon cinnamon
2 whole cloves
2 cups fat-free half-and-half
1/2 1/2 cup apricot brandy or 1/2 cup peach fruit flavored brandy
6 whole graham crackers , crushed

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
10-12
Calories
150
Sugar
10g
Fat
10g
Cognac-Brandy Almond Sweet Sauce is a rich and nutty dessert topping with a hint of spice. This sauce is perfect for elevating any simple dessert to a gourmet level. The sweet, earthy, and slightly fruity flavors of the apricot brandy or peach fruit flavored brandy combine perfectly with the toasted almond, cinnamon, and cardamom flavors. This sauce is a must-have for every dessert lover who enjoys an extra layer of taste in their recipes.

Instructions

1.In a saucepan, toast the almond slivers in olive oil over medium heat until golden brown.
2.Add water, sugar or Splenda, cardamom, cinnamon, and cloves to the pan.
3.Simmer the mixture for 10 minutes until the liquid thickens and the flavors meld.
4.Remove the cloves and pour the mixture into a blender.
5.Blend until smooth and return the mixture to the saucepan.
6.Add fat-free half-and-half and apricot brandy or peach fruit flavored brandy to the pan.
7.Bring the mixture to a boil and then reduce the heat to low.
8.Add graham cracker crumbs to the pan and stir until the crumbs are fully incorporated into the sauce.

PROS

This almond sweet sauce is an excellent topping for ice cream, cakes, and other desserts.

It is low in fat when using fat-free half-and-half.

The use of Splenda sugar substitute can reduce the calorie count.

CONS

This sweet sauce contains sugar or sugar substitute, which is high in calories when consumed in excess.

The apricot brandy or peach fruit flavored brandy can make it unsuitable for children or individuals with alcohol sensitivity.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Almonds are a good source of protein, healthy fats, and fiber.
They may lower cholesterol levels and blood sugar levels, reduce inflammation, and provide antioxidant benefits.
Cardamom and cinnamon also have anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties, boost metabolism and digestion, and may help in reducing blood sugar levels.

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