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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."
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This recipe has been rated 6 times with an average star rating of 5.0
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PREP TIME  10 Min
COOK TIME  5 Min
READY IN  15 Min
Original recipe yield 2 cups syrup for 2 cakes

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INGREDIENTS (Nutrition)

  • 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 5 star rating.
Reviewed on Sep. 29, 2008 by bizzymomma 
I used amaretto instead of the brandy because I had an almond filling in my petit fours. It... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 5 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... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 5 star rating.
Reviewed on Aug. 4, 2008 by FRAMBUESA 
I used peach schnapps instead of brandy to brush a white cake with. Came out wonderful, and I... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 5 star rating.
Reviewed on Feb. 23, 2009 by Kelli 
This was the first time I had heard of doing this and was unsure how much to brush on my... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 5 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 :) MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 5 star rating.
Reviewed on Jul. 6, 2009 by MamaLutt 
Made this using amaretto instead of brandy, and it was wonderful. It kept the cake very, very... MORE


 
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Nutritional Information
Brandy Simple Syrup

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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