Frangelico Recipe
Indulge in the rich, nutty flavors of homemade Frangelico liqueur with this delightful recipe from lovewithrecipes.com. Crafted with care and aged to perfection, this beverage is sure to impress your guests and elevate any occasion. With just a few simple ingredients and a bit of patience, you can create a luxurious liqueur that rivals the store-bought version. Follow along and letโs dive into the world of homemade Frangelico!
Overview:
- Preparation Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: 750 ml
- Servings: 24
- Category: Beverages
- Keywords: < 30 Mins, For Large Groups
Ingredients:
Quantity | Ingredient |
---|---|
4 | Hazelnuts |
1 | Dried Angelica Root |
1/2 | Vanilla Bean |
1 | Vodka |
1/4 | Granulated Sugar |
1 1/2 | Water |
1 | Almond Extract |
1 | Glycerine (optional) |
1-2 | Drops of Food Coloring (optional) |
Instructions:
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Preheat Oven:
Preheat your oven to 350ยฐF (175ยฐC) to prepare for roasting the hazelnuts. -
Prepare Hazelnuts:
Shell the hazelnuts and coarsely chop them. Spread the chopped hazelnuts evenly on a baking sheet. -
Roast Hazelnuts:
Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and roast the hazelnuts for 10-15 minutes, or until they are golden brown and fragrant. -
Aging Container:
Remove the roasted hazelnuts from the oven and transfer them to a clean aging container. -
Combine Ingredients:
Stir in the dried angelica root, vanilla bean (split lengthwise), vodka, and almond extract into the aging container with the roasted hazelnuts. -
Aging Process:
Cap the container and let it age for 1 month in a cool, dark place, shaking occasionally to infuse the flavors. -
Strain Mixture:
After the aging period, pour the mixture through a fine mesh strainer into a large bowl. Rinse out the aging container thoroughly. -
Filtering Process:
Place a cloth bag or triple layer of cheesecloth inside a large funnel. Position the funnel over the cleaned aging container. -
Filter Liqueur:
Slowly pour the liqueur through the cloth-lined funnel into the aging container to remove any solids and impurities. -
Prepare Sugar Syrup:
In a medium saucepan, combine the granulated sugar and water. Bring the mixture to a boil over medium heat, stirring continuously until the sugar is completely dissolved. -
Simmer Syrup:
Immediately reduce the heat and let the syrup simmer for a few minutes. Stir occasionally to ensure the sugar is fully dissolved. Remove from heat and let it cool to room temperature. -
Add Sugar Syrup:
Once the sugar syrup has cooled, add it to the aging container with the strained liqueur. Stir well to combine. -
Second Aging:
Cap the container and let it age for an additional 3 months to allow the flavors to meld and mature. -
Final Straining:
After the second aging period, re-strain the liqueur through cloth or paper coffee filters until it reaches the desired clarity. -
Optional Additions:
Stir in glycerine for added smoothness and a few drops of food coloring for visual appeal, if desired. -
Final Aging:
Cap the container once again and let the liqueur age for an additional 2 months before serving to enhance the depth of flavor. -
Enjoy:
After the aging process is complete, your homemade Frangelico liqueur is ready to be enjoyed! Serve it chilled or over ice for a luxurious indulgence that will impress your guests.
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 258
- Fat: 13.7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
- Sodium: 0.5mg
- Carbohydrates: 16.3g
- Fiber: 2.2g
- Sugar: 13.5g
- Protein: 3.4g
Now that you have mastered the art of crafting homemade Frangelico, share this recipe with your friends and family to spread the joy of delicious homemade liqueurs! Cheers! ๐ฅ