Homemade Dutch Borstplaat

Ingredients

• 1 cup (200g) granulated sugar 1 cup (200g) granulated sugar
• 1/2 cup (115g) unsalted butter 1/2 cup (115g) unsalted butter
• 1/4 cup (60ml) heavy cream 1/4 cup (60ml) heavy cream
• 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
• Optional: 1/4 teaspoon almond extract Optional: 1/4 teaspoon almond extract

Nutrition

• Calories (kcal / KJ): 120 kcal / 502 KJ
• Fat (total, saturated): 7g, 4.5g
• Carbohydrates (total, sugars): 15g, 15g
• Protein: 0g
• Fiber: 0g
• Salt: 0g

Preparation

1. 1.
   In a medium-sized saucepan, combine the sugar, butter, and heavy cream.
2. 2.
   Place the saucepan over medium heat and stir continuously until the sugar has dissolved and the mixture comes to a gentle boil.
3. 3.
   Reduce the heat to low and continue to cook, stirring occasionally, for about 10 minutes or until the mixture thickens and turns a light golden color.
4. 4.
   Remove the saucepan from the heat and stir in the vanilla extract (and almond extract, if desired).
5. 5.
   Let the mixture cool for a few minutes until it thickens slightly.
6. 6.
   Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
7. 7.
   Using a spoon or a piping bag, drop small discs or squares of the mixture onto the prepared baking sheet.
8. 8.
   Allow the Borstplaat to cool completely and harden before serving.

Treat your ingredients with care...

• Butter — Use unsalted butter to control the saltiness of the Borstplaat.
• Heavy cream — Make sure the cream is fresh and of high quality for the best results.
• Almond extract — If using almond extract, ensure it is pure almond extract without any artificial additives.

Tips & Tricks

• To achieve a smooth texture, stir the mixture continuously while cooking to prevent any lumps from forming.
• If the mixture becomes too thick while cooking, you can add a splash of cream to thin it out.
• For a festive touch, you can sprinkle some colored sugar or edible decorations on top of the Borstplaat before it hardens.

Serving advice

Serve the Borstplaat as a sweet treat alongside a cup of tea or coffee. It can also be presented on a dessert platter during festive occasions.

Presentation advice

Arrange the Borstplaat on a decorative plate or in small paper cups for an elegant presentation. You can also wrap individual pieces in colorful cellophane or parchment paper for gifting.