Very Rich Hot Buttered Rum Recipe

Warm up those chilly nights with our incredibly rich and decadent Hot Buttered Rum! This luxurious drink is perfect for cozy evenings at home or impressing guests. The best part? It's easily adaptable for the whole family – leave out the rum for a delicious, kid-approved treat! Get the recipe now and experience the ultimate winter warmer.

Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 11 mins
Calories 265.3 kcal
Protein 1g
Rating 4.7 (39 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Very Rich Hot Buttered Rum

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How to Make Very Rich Hot Buttered Rum

  1. In a medium bowl, cream together 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, 1 cup packed light brown sugar, 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon, 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg, 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves, and 1/4 teaspoon salt until light and fluffy.
  2. Stir in 1/2 cup strong brewed black tea (cooled slightly).
  3. Add 1 cup all-purpose flour and mix until just combined. Do not overmix.
  4. Transfer the batter to an airtight container. Freeze for at least 2 hours, or up to 2 months.
  5. To serve, add 1-2 tablespoons of rum (optional) to a mug.
  6. Add 2 tablespoons of the frozen buttered rum batter to the mug.
  7. Fill the mug with boiling water.
  8. Stir well and sprinkle with a pinch of fresh nutmeg.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

5 g

Sugar

132g

Fat

44g

Carbs

11g