Description
A creamy hot buttered rum made with butter, brown sugar, warm spices, and a make-ahead batter. The perfect cozy drink for cold nights.
Ingredients
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For the batter (six servings)
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, room temperature
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 3/4 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cardamom
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
- 1/2 cup vanilla ice cream, softened
For one serving:
- 2 tablespoons batter
- 1 1/2 ounces dark rum
- 6 ounces hot water or hot apple cider
- whipped cream, for serving (optional)
- nutmeg, for serving (optional)
Instructions
- Make the batter: In a small bowl, combine the butter, brown sugar, and spices. Mix until smooth and creamy, then stir in the softened ice cream until evenly blended.
- Store the batter: Transfer to a container and refrigerate for up to 1 week or freeze for up to 3 months. Try using a muffin tin or ice cube tray to freeze in individual (2 tablespoon) portions.
- Prepare a drink: In a mug, combine 2 tablespoons of batter. Add the rum, then pour in the hot water or apple cider and stir until the batter is completely dissolved. Top with whipped cream and freshly grated nutmeg, if desired.
Notes
Make sure to soften the butter and ice cream so that they're easy to mix. To do this, just leave them out on the counter - the butter for about 30 minutes and the ice cream for 5-10 minutes.
- Prep Time: 15
- Category: Drinks
- Method: Stirring
- Cuisine: American
