Hard Sauce for Bread Pudding or Cake
Elevate your dessert game with this luxurious Hard Sauce, a rich and creamy topping perfect for bread pudding, cakes, or any sweet treat. Made with just a handful of simple ingredients like velvety unsalted butter, powdered sugar, and aromatic vanilla extract, this no-cook recipe comes together in just 10 minutes. For an indulgent twist, add a splash of brandy or rum and a hint of ground cinnamon to create a warm, spiced depth of flavor. Whether served cold or slightly softened at room temperature, this decadently smooth sauce transforms any dessert into a show-stopping masterpiece. Perfect as a holiday staple or a quick indulgence, this easy hard sauce recipe is a must-try for lovers of classic, homemade toppings.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 115 grams Unsalted butter
- 120 grams Powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 1 tablespoon Brandy or rum (optional)
- 0.5 teaspoon Ground cinnamon (optional)
Instructions
Ensure the butter is softened to room temperature for easy mixing.
In a medium-sized mixing bowl, beat the softened butter using a hand mixer or whisk until it becomes smooth and creamy.
Gradually add the powdered sugar to the butter, beating on low speed until fully incorporated and the mixture is light and fluffy.
Mix in the vanilla extract and, if desired, the brandy or rum for extra flavor. Stir until evenly combined.
If you'd like a spiced version, gently fold in the ground cinnamon.
Transfer the hard sauce to a serving dish or airtight container. Chill in the refrigerator for at least 15–20 minutes to allow it to firm up slightly.
Serve cold or slightly softened at room temperature as a topping for bread pudding, cake, or other desserts.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1355 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 98.6 g | 126% | |
| Saturated Fat | 57.5 g | 288% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 255 mg | 85% | |
| Sodium | 20 mg | 1% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 121.3 g | 44% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.7 g | 2% | |
| Total Sugars | 117.9 g | ||
| Protein | 0.9 g | 2% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 40 mg | 3% | |
| Iron | 0.2 mg | 1% | |
| Potassium | 42 mg | 1% | |
*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.
