What do I do with brandy butter?

Brandy butter is traditionally served with warm mince pies and Christmas pudding, melting lusciously into the dense dessert, making it completely over-the-top sinful.

How long can you keep home made brandy butter?

two to three weeks
Brandy butter will keep in the refrigerator in an airtight container for two to three weeks. You can also freeze this butter for up to three months for later use. Just make sure it’s in a well-sealed container. Defrost in the refrigerator and use it within a week.

Is Brandy Sauce the same as brandy butter?

Brandy butter should not be confused with brandy sauce which is a liquid sauce made of milk, butter, flour and sugar. Brandy butter is very quick and easy to make and keeps for a long time in the fridge – the perfect sweet condiment to have on hand for the holidays and beyond!

Does brandy butter need to be refrigerated?

Brandy butter is a blend of sugar, unsalted butter and brandy. Refrigerated until it is relatively hard, it is typically served cold to provide a contrast with hot desserts such as Christmas Pudding or Mince pies.

How long does unopened brandy butter last?

A jar of brandy butter will keep in the refrigerator for up to three weeks if it is sealed tightly. The butter can also be frozen for a maximum of three months. Be sure the container is tightly sealed. Use the frozen food within a week after defrosting in the refrigerator.

Can I freeze brandy butter?

Homemade brandy butter can be kept for quite a while in both the fridge and freezer. In the fridge you can keep it for 2-3 weeks. If you store it in the freezer it can last for a few months, just make sure it’s fully defrosted before you want to enjoy it again and then do not refreeze.

Can brandy butter go off?

What to do if brandy butter curdles?

If you are over generous with the brandy it will curdle so just beat in more sieved icing sugar and it will come smooth again.

Is there alcohol in brandy butter?

INGREDIENTS: Butter (Milk) (51%), Icing Sugar, French Brandy (6%).

What does brandy butter taste like?

A buttery and rich flavour, with notes of brandy that melted away for a delightfully flavourful vanilla sweetness. The lightly whipped texture makes it a perfect partner to a warm mince pie. A punchy brandy note comes through in this luxuriously creamy butter.

Can u freeze brandy butter?

Brandy butter can be frozen for around 2 months. Once thawed, you can keep it in the fridge for up to a month, meaning you don’t have to worry about freezing and refreezing it.

Why has my brandy butter curdled?

The butter must be at room temperature and soft enough to beat by hand. If it’s not soft enough the brandy won’t combine properly with the butter and it’ll look curdled. The other important tip is to mix in the brandy gradually and ensure that each addition is fully combined before adding more.