Brandy Simple Syrup

9 Reviews

Prep: 10 min
Cook: 5 min
Ready In: 15 min

“Simple Syrup is brushed on cakes for added moisture and flavor. This one can be flavored with brandy or rum.” - by Glory

Ingredients

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

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Original recipe yields 2 cups syrup for 2 cakes

Directions

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.
When ready to use, mix in brandy. Brush onto cake layers before frosting.

Nutrition

Amount Per Serving (24 total)

Calories
40 cal
2%

Fat
0 g
< 1%

Carbs
8.3 g
3%

Based on a 2,000 calorie diet

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bizzymomma

Sep. 29, 2008

"I used amaretto instead of the brandy because I had an almond filling in my petit fours. It went very well! I did boil it all together also to reduce the alcohol since I was making them for a youngste..." See morers birthday."

STEPHCAMP

Apr. 23, 2008

"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! ..." See more"

Katrinka

Jul. 6, 2009

"Made this using amaretto instead of brandy, and it was wonderful. It kept the cake very, very moist. Everyone raved about how good it was!..." See more"

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