Vanilla Bean Rum or Brandy Butter (Hard Sauce)

May 08, 2023May 8, 20230 1

Rich and creamy Vanilla Bean Rum or Brandy Butter (Hard Sauce) recipe for your holiday desserts and beverages

by The Chefin Dessert

Prep

10 min

Cook

0 min

Ready In

10 min

Level

Very easy

Rating

Ingredients

	2 cups powdered sugar , sifted
	1 cup unsalted butter , at room temperature
	1/2 vanilla beans , split and scraped or 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
	3 tablespoons cream
	5 -6 tablespoons brandy or 5 -6 tablespoons dark rum
	1 pinch ground nutmeg ( optional , for garnish )

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

300

Sugar

28g

Fat

19g

Vanilla Bean Rum or Brandy Butter (Hard Sauce) is a decadent addition to holiday desserts and beverages. It is a traditional accompaniment to plum pudding, mincemeat pie, and bread pudding. This sweet and creamy sauce is quick and easy to make and requires only a handful of ingredients. It is a luxurious finishing touch that can elevate any holiday treat from ordinary to extraordinary. The vanilla and alcohol provide an indulgent flavor that will transport your taste buds to a winter wonderland.

Instructions

1.	In a large mixing bowl, beat the butter and powdered sugar for 3 minutes or until light and fluffy.
2.	Add the scraped vanilla bean or vanilla extract and beat again for 1 minute.
3.	Slowly pour in the cream while continuing to beat the mixture on medium speed.
4.	Add the brandy or rum, one tablespoon at a time while beating, until desired flavor and consistency is reached.
5.	Chill the hard sauce until ready to serve. Optionally, garnish with a pinch of ground nutmeg.

PROS

This hard sauce is quick and easy to prepare, making it ideal for last-minute additions to desserts and drinks.
It is rich and creamy, adding a luxurious mouthfeel to your holiday treats.
The combination of vanilla and alcohol provides a deliciously indulgent flavor.

CONS

This hard sauce is high in calories, sugar, and fat, so it should be used sparingly as part of a balanced diet.
It does contain alcohol, so it is not suitable for children or those avoiding alcohol.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Vanilla contains antioxidants and compounds that have anti-inflammatory properties. It has been linked to reducing stress and anxiety and improving mood. However, the health benefits of vanilla in this recipe are outweighed by the large amount of sugar and fat.