Coffee and Brandy Syllabub |
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Prep Time: 10 Minutes Cook Time: 0 Minutes |
Ready In: 10 Minutes Servings: 6 |
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From *The World Encyclopedia of Coffee* - Per the intro, This heavenly dessert could not be easier - A froth of whipped coffee & brandy cream tops juicy grapes. A crisp cookie (or biscotti) is a delicious contrast to serve w/it. This recipe also suggests a garnish of frosted grapes & tells you how to do it, but 1 of RZ's own (Bergy) has done it for us w/her Frosted Green Grapes for Garnish. (Time does not include 1 hr sitting time for brandy/sugar mixture or 1 hr chilling time b4 serving, so plan ahead). *Enjoy* ! Ingredients:
6 tablespoons light brown sugar (soft) |
1/2 orange, rind of, finely grated |
1/2 cup brandy |
1/2 cup strong coffee (brewed, chilled) |
1 2/3 cups double cream (heavy cream) |
8 ounces green seedless grapes |
sugared grapes (garnish) (optional) |
crisp cookies (optional) or biscotti, to serve (optional) |
Directions:
1. Put brown sugar, grated orange rind & brandy into a sml bowl. Stir well, cover w/a clear film and leave to stand for 1 hour.
2. Strain the mixture through a fine sieve into a clean bowl and stir in the coffee. Slowly pour in the cream, whisking all the time.
3. Continue whisking for 3-4 minutes or till the mixture thickens enough to stand in soft peaks.
4. Divide the grapes between 6 glasses and pour (or spoon) the syllabub over the grapes. Chill in the fridge for at least 1 hour.
5. Serving Suggestion: Garnish ea glass with a small cluster of sugared grapes and serve with a crisp cookie (or biscotti).
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