Spiced Sugar Rim Garnish for Hot Beverages
A lovely, simple garnish to dress up your hot beverage glasses for a dinner party or special occasion. Adapted from Cooking Pleasures magazine. Once you have garnished your glasses, fill them with hot buttered rum, mulled cider, or even coffee. Unused dry mix will keep in a plastic airtight container for several months.
Recipe Details
| Prep Time | Cook Time | Total Time |
|---|---|---|
| 5 minutes | None | 5 minutes |
Ingredients
- 1 cup hazelnuts
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 1/2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon nutmeg
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/8 teaspoon Amaretto
Nutrition Information
| Calories | Fat | Saturated Fat | Cholesterol | Sodium | Carbohydrates | Fiber | Sugar | Protein |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 660.4 kcal | 23.6 g | 1.9 g | 0 mg | 291.7 mg | 110.7 g | 6.5 g | 102.3 g | 9.9 g |
Instructions
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Prepare the Mix:
In a food processor, combine the hazelnuts, granulated sugar, ground cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt. Grind the mixture until it forms a fine powder. This will be the spiced sugar mix that you use to rim your glasses. -
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Set Up for Dipping:
When you’re ready to garnish your glasses, pour some of the spiced sugar mix onto a plate. In another shallow dish, pour the Amaretto liqueur. -
Rim the Glasses:
Take a heat-safe mug or glass (since you’ll be filling this with a hot beverage) and dip the rim into the Amaretto first. Immediately press the wet rim into the spiced sugar mix on the plate, coating it evenly. -
Let It Set:
Allow the glasses to sit for a few minutes, giving the spiced sugar rim time to harden. -
Serve and Enjoy:
Fill the garnished glasses with your choice of hot beverage, such as hot buttered rum, mulled cider, or even coffee. Enjoy the festive and flavorful touch this garnish adds to your drink!
Additional Tips and Notes
- Storage: Any unused spiced sugar mix can be stored in an airtight container for several months. This makes it easy to prepare in advance and use whenever you’re ready to impress your guests.
- Customization: Feel free to experiment with different spices or liqueurs to suit your taste preferences. The combination of hazelnuts and Amaretto provides a nutty and slightly sweet flavor that pairs well with a variety of hot beverages.
- Heat-Safe Mugs: Ensure that the mugs or glasses you use are heat-safe, as you’ll be filling them with hot liquids. This is particularly important to prevent any cracking or breaking.
Enjoy your beautifully garnished hot beverages, perfect for cozy gatherings and special occasions! 🍂☕🍹
