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RCI-BV.005.0018.001

Brandy Flip

Brandy Flip from How to Mix Drinks by Jerry Thomas—original source of recipe, out of copyright Serves: 1

gluten-free
Prep15 min
Cook12 min
Total27 min
Servings4
Difficultybeginner

Ingredients

  • 1 teaspoon
  • wine glass of brandy
    1 unit
  • of a tumbler of hot water
    unit
  • toasted cracker
    1 unit
  • 1 unit

Method

1
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat.
10 minutes
2
In a mixing bowl, combine sugar and a generous pinch of freshly grated nutmeg, then add butter and any binding agent such as egg white or flour, mixing until a smooth, spreadable batter forms.
5 minutes
3
Drop small teaspoons of batter onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them at least 3 inches apart to allow for spreading.
3 minutes
4
Using the back of a spoon or an offset spatula, gently spread each portion of batter into a very thin, even round approximately 2 inches in diameter.
3 minutes
5
Bake in the preheated oven until the edges turn golden brown and the centers appear set and lacy, watching carefully to prevent burning.
7 minutes
6
Remove the baking sheet from the oven and allow the wafers to cool on the pan for 1-2 minutes until they are just firm enough to handle.
2 minutes
7
While still warm and pliable, carefully lift each wafer with a thin spatula and optionally curl them around a rolling pin or dowel to form a scroll shape, then allow them to cool completely until brittle.
5 minutes
8
Store the finished Brandy Flips in an airtight container at room temperature to preserve their crisp, delicate texture.