Brandy Snap Baskets
Crispy, caramelized, and laced with the warm spice of ginger, these Brandy Snap Baskets are a show-stopping dessert that blends elegance with irresistible flavor. Perfectly golden and delicately shaped into edible bowls, they offer a delightful crunch that pairs beautifully with creamy ice cream, whipped cream, or seasonal fruits. Made from a simple batter of butter, golden syrup, light brown sugar, and a hint of lemon juice for brightness, each basket is baked to bubbly perfection and gently molded for the perfect presentation. With just 10 minutes of prep and a touch of culinary artistry, these easy-to-make yet impressive brandy snap baskets are ideal for dinner parties, special occasions, or when you want to elevate your dessert game.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 55 grams Butter
- 55 grams Golden syrup
- 50 grams Light brown sugar
- 50 grams Plain flour
- 1 teaspoon Ground ginger
- 2 teaspoons Lemon juice
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 180°C (160°C fan) or 350°F, and line two baking trays with parchment paper.
In a medium saucepan, melt the butter, golden syrup, and light brown sugar over low heat, stirring occasionally until the sugar dissolves and the mixture is smooth. Be careful not to let it boil.
Remove the saucepan from the heat and let the mixture cool for 2 minutes.
Sift the plain flour and ground ginger into the saucepan, then add the lemon juice. Mix until you have a smooth, glossy batter.
Using a teaspoon, drop small amounts of the batter (about 1 teaspoon per basket) onto the prepared baking trays, leaving ample space (around 10 cm) between each as they will spread significantly during baking.
Bake each tray for 8-10 minutes, or until the brandy snaps are golden brown and bubbly.
Remove the tray from the oven and allow the brandy snaps to cool for 1 minute, just until they are firm enough to handle but still pliable.
To shape the baskets, gently lift each brandy snap with a palette knife or spatula and drape it over an upturned small bowl, glass, or cup. Use your hands to lightly press down the edges and shape them into baskets. Work quickly, as they will harden as they cool.
Allow the baskets to cool completely before carefully removing them from their molds. Repeat with the remaining batter.
Serve the brandy snap baskets filled with your choice of ice cream, whipped cream, fresh berries, or any desired filling for a delightful dessert.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
360 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 0.1 g | 0% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 55 mg | 2% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 98.6 g | 36% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.2 g | 1% | |
| Total Sugars | 97.1 g | ||
| Protein | 0.1 g | 0% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 34 mg | 3% | |
| Iron | 0.2 mg | 1% | |
| Potassium | 108 mg | 2% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
