Make Ahead
I like prepping the batter in October and freezing it so it's ready to go when the holiday season kicks into gear. Enjoy!
It is an excellent holiday treat because of its delightful blend of nostalgic flavors and the cozy, comforting aroma that fills the house, making it perfect for sharing with loved ones.
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Hot Buttered Rum is a warm, comforting drink perfect for chilly nights and holiday gatherings. I discovered this recipe 15 years ago at a holiday party and have since added my twists. It's a dessert in a mug that pairs beautifully with spiced cookies, cinnamon streusel, or any festive treats.
Hot Buttered Rum Batter and Cocktail
Equipment
- 1 freezer container with lid
- 1 ice cream scoop
- 1 cocktail jigger (measure)
Ingredients
- 3 sticks of salted butter
- 1 ½ cup powdered sugar
- 2 cups packed brown sugar
- 3 teaspoons cinnamon
- 3 teaspoons nutmeg
- 1- gallon vanilla ice cream
- Spiced Rum One jigger per glass
Instructions
For The Ice Cream Batter
- Allow the ice cream to sit at room temperature while preparing the other ingredients. Using very soft butter, blend the first five ingredients until nicely incorporated.Add the softened ice cream and mix well. The batter may be a little runny and chunky, but this is fine, as the chunks of butter melt beautifully in the hot water. Freeze the mixture in a plastic container overnight or until firm.
Hot Buttered Rum Drink:
- For the Hot Buttered Rum Drink, start by filling 8-ounce glass with boiling water, leaving about 2-3 inches of headspace. Next, add one generous jigger of spiced rum. Then, add one ice cream scoop full of the frozen batter to the glass. It's important not to stir the cream as it will flow over the sides.
- Finally, add a cinnamon stick and grated nutmeg.The order of adding ingredients ensures the right balance of flavors and the correct serving temperature. Now, it's time to relax and enjoy this exceptional treat!
Becky
I love rum, and this recipe would be very easy to make on the spur of the moment. I would enjoy a mug of the Hot Buttered Rum in front of the crackling fire.
Rebecka
Anne, what a great coincidence...I know you'll love this dreamy hot buttered rum! Just be careful, they're very easy to drink and they pack a powerful punch!
LaDiva, you're absolutely right! Classic and simply divine! xo
LaDivaCucina
Mmmm.......Looks divine! The classics are classic for a reason!
Ann Minard
Thanks for the comment on my blog! Good luck to you as well : )
Hot buttered rum, it is so weird that you posted that because I just went and got a huge bottle of rum at Total Liquor yesterday to make rum cakes, rum balls, and hot buttered rum this holiday season! I had never even heard of hot buttered rum until just the other day when I was watching an episode of the old Bob Newhart show and he asked for one, I thought, "That sounds sooooo good I have to find a recipe." And here one is, talk about Karma!
Rebecka
kf...LOL!!! I missed that! 2/2 very funny! Thanks for the heads up! I edited the recipe after reading your comment. 😉
the recipe calls for 1-1/2 cup powdered sugar. I really need an editor..xoxo
Biren, sounds like you need a ski trip vacation! I'll make you a big glass of this yummy drink to warm you up after a day out in the snow!!
girilichef...happy to oblige, anytime your in my neck of the woods!
girlichef
Oh yes...I want a few...to warm me up 😉
Biren
Sounds really good! I can do with a glass of this. Miss Colorado and the sunshine. The snow never get to outstay its welcome there.
kitchen flavours
This is a definite knock-out yummy! Sounds great with the rum! Just need to clarify, is the powdered sugar 1/2 cup or 1-1/2 cup? You must be really sleepy after this yummy! ^..^ The mountain must be beautiful with the snow later on!
Rebecka
Hi Barbara, I've already had three of these in the past day and a half...I think that's about a gazillion calories!! However, I'm sleeping much better..lol! goodnight..xo
Cucina di Barbara
Hello Rebeck!
It is Very tempting...
good night
Barbaraxx