4oz. (100 gm.) unsalted butter- softened
2 oz. (50 gm.) soft brown sugar
2 oz. (50 gm.) caster sugar
2 Tbsp. Brandy (or Rum for Rum butter)
1 oz. (25 gm.) ground almonds

optional- 1/2 level tsp. cinnamon or mixed spice

  1. Place butter in mixer bowl
  2. Cream with beaters until very soft.
  3. With mixer at low speed, slowly beat in brandy alternately with the sugar.
  4. Continue beating at medium speed until mix is light and fluffy.
  5. Stir in almonds, then pile into a dish.
  6. Refrigerate until firm before serving.

February 20th, 2010

Posted In: Mixer Recipes