Best Brandy Nutmeg Crescents Recipes

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BRANDY-NUTMEG CRESCENTS



Brandy-Nutmeg Crescents image

This one goes out to eggnog lovers everywhere. For the best flavor, grate your nutmeg fresh; we like a Microplane zester for the job.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Dessert & Treats Recipes     Cookie Recipes

Time 2h20m

Yield Makes about 2 dozen

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 cups unbleached all-purpose flour
1 1/2 teaspoons freshly grated nutmeg
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
1 1/2 sticks unsalted butter, room temperature
1 cup confectioners' sugar, plus more for serving
2 tablespoons brandy
1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract

Steps:

  • Whisk together flour, nutmeg, and salt. In a large bowl, beat butter with 1/2 cup confectioners' sugar on medium-high speed until light and fluffy, about 2 minutes. Add brandy and vanilla; beat until combined. Reduce speed to low and add flour mixture, beating until just combined. Divide dough into 2 disks; wrap each in plastic and refrigerate until firm, at least 1 hour and up to overnight.
  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Working with one disk at a time (keeping others refrigerated), scoop 1 tablespoon dough and roll into a 3-inch log. Gently pinch ends and curve to form crescent. Arrange 1 inch apart on parchment-lined baking sheets.
  • Bake until edges are golden, 16 to 18 minutes. Transfer cookies on sheets to wire racks; let cool5 minutes. Meanwhile, place remaining 1/2 cup confectioners' sugar in a shallow bowl. Working in batches, toss warm cookies in confectioners' sugar, then transfer to racks and let cool completely. Cookies can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature up to 3 days. Dust with more confectioners' sugar before serving.

CRESCENT APPLE DESSERT



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My family loves any dessert that tastes like apple pie, and this one's so easy, the children can help make it. My four grandchildren love helping MawMaw in the kitchen to make treats like this.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 45m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 tube (8 ounces) refrigerated crescent rolls
1 cup chopped walnuts
3/4 cup sugar
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1 can (21 ounces) apple pie filling, chopped
TOPPING:
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
1/2 cup packed brown sugar
1/4 cup cold butter
1 cup sweetened shredded coconut
1/4 cup chopped walnuts

Steps:

  • Unroll crescent dough into an ungreased 13-in. x 9-in. baking pan; seal seams and perforations. Bake at 375° for 10 minutes., Combine the walnuts, sugar, cinnamon and nutmeg; sprinkle over crust. Spread with pie filling. , In a small bowl, combine flour and brown sugar; cut in butter until mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Stir in coconut and walnuts. Sprinkle over filling. , Bake at 375° for 18-22 minutes or until golden brown. Cool on a wire rack.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 378 calories, Fat 18g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 10mg cholesterol, Sodium 233mg sodium, Carbohydrate 51g carbohydrate (35g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 5g protein.

AUNT GRACE'S EGGNOG



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When I was growing up, I couldn't get enough of the nonalcoholic eggnog my aunt always prepared for us kids. Now I enjoy this adult version. -Susan Hein, Burlington, Wisconsin

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 30m

Yield 20 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

8 cups 2% milk, divided
6 large eggs
1 cup plus 2 tablespoons sugar, divided
1/2 cup rum
1/2 cup brandy
1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
3 cups heavy whipping cream
Cinnamon sticks and additional ground nutmeg, optional

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, heat 4 cups milk until bubbles form around sides of pan. Meanwhile, in a large bowl, whisk eggs and 1 cup sugar until blended. Slowly stir in hot milk; return all to saucepan., Cook over medium-low heat until slightly thickened and a thermometer reads at least 160°, 6-8 minutes, stirring constantly (do not allow to boil). Immediately transfer to a large bowl., Stir in rum, brandy, nutmeg and remaining milk. Refrigerate, covered, several hours or until cold., In a large bowl, beat cream until it begins to thicken. Add remaining sugar; beat until soft peaks form. Fold into egg mixture. (Mixture may separate; stir before serving.) If desired, serve with cinnamon sticks and additional nutmeg.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 263 calories, Fat 16g fat (10g saturated fat), Cholesterol 104mg cholesterol, Sodium 77mg sodium, Carbohydrate 17g carbohydrate (17g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 6g protein.

BRANDY NUT BRIE



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This really makes quite an elegant appitizer. I got this recipe from the Best of Bridge series. It is fast, easy and really, really delicious

Provided by Abby Girl

Categories     Spreads

Time 20m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 5

1/4 cup brown sugar
1/4 cup pecans or 1/4 cup cashews, chopped
1 tablespoon brandy or 1 tablespoon whiskey
7 1/2 ounces brie cheese
cracker

Steps:

  • Combine brown sugar, pecans, and brandy. Set aside.
  • Score top of the cheese and place on an oven proof platter.
  • Bake at 400 for 4 - 5 minutes, until cheese is softened.
  • Mound sugar mixture over cheese.
  • Bake 2 to 3 minutes more until sugar is melted.
  • Serve with crackers.
  • Note: I use my toaster oven to cook this. I have seen this recipe done up on a larger wheel of brie -- the sauce just needs to be adjusted.

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