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Aunt Jeannie S Hard Sauce Recipe

This festive hard sauce recipe, passed down through generations, is the perfect accompaniment to Christmas plum pudding, mince pies, and mincemeat tarts. My great-aunt Jeannie from Scotland made this every Christmas, always presenting it in a beautiful glass bowl, adorned with a whimsical Christmas tree of halved red and green maraschino cherries. Now a cherished holiday tradition carried on by my sister Carol, this hard sauce is guaranteed to elevate your holiday desserts! Get ready to experience the rich, buttery, and boozy delight that completes any Christmas feast.

Prep Time 5 mins
Cook Time 15 mins
Calories 100.1 kcal
Protein 0g
Rating 4.3 (3 Reviews)
Aunt Jeannie S Hard Sauce

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Ingredients for Aunt Jeannie S Hard Sauce

How to Make Aunt Jeannie S Hard Sauce

  1. In a mixing bowl, beat 1 cup (2 sticks) of unsalted butter until light and fluffy using an electric mixer.
  2. Gradually add 1 cup of granulated sugar, beating until well combined and creamy.
  3. Stir in 1/4 cup of whole milk until smooth.
  4. Add 2 tablespoons of brandy and 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract, one teaspoon at a time, while continuously mixing on low speed to prevent separation. If the sauce starts to separate, add a teaspoon of sugar at a time until smooth.
  5. Pour the hard sauce into your serving dish. For a festive touch, decorate with halved maraschino cherries arranged in a Christmas tree shape.
  6. Chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld and the sauce to firm slightly.

Chef's Tip for Extra Flavor

Elevate your dish with simple flavor boosters! A final flourish of freshly chopped herbs can add incredible brightness, while a squeeze of lemon or lime juice right before serving can awaken all the flavors. Don't underestimate a sprinkle of quality finishing salt or a drizzle of good olive oil to make your creation shine.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

1 g

Sugar

47g

Fat

16g

Carbs

4g

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