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Brandy Simple Syrup

SUBMITTED BY: Glory

"Simple Syrup is brushed on cakes for added moisture and flavor. This one can be flavored with brandy or rum."
PREP TIME  10 Min
COOK TIME  5 Min
READY IN  15 Min
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Original recipe yield: 2 cups syrup for 2 cakes
    
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INGREDIENTS

  • 2 cups water
  • 1 cup white sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon grated lemon zest
  • 1/4 cup brandy

DIRECTIONS

  1. In a saucepan, combine water, sugar and lemon zest. Bring mixture to a boil and continue boiling for 5 minutes. Strain into a sealable container, removing the lemon zest. Allow to cool, then cover and store in refrigerator.
  2. When ready to use, mix in brandy. Brush onto cake layers before frosting.
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REVIEWS

The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Apr. 12, 2008 by Eliece
very good. I used this for a wedding cake I made for my sister. turned out wonderful :)

1 user found this review helpful
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Apr. 23, 2008 by STEPHCAMP
very yummy! I used this on a wedding cake I was baking & it kept it so moist & gave it a fresh flavor. I didn't use the brandy however, but it was still wonderful!

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NUTRITION INFORMATION

Servings Per Recipe: 24

Amount Per Serving

Calories: 40

  • Total Fat: 0g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg
  • Sodium: < 1mg
  • Total Carbs: 8.3g
  •     Dietary Fiber: 0g
  • Protein: 0g

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