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tom & jerry batter

(1 rating)
Recipe by
Aurora McBee
Great Falls, MT

This is a family favorite. We have this every Christmas! It is rich and creamy, and very delicious. There is a rum/brandy mix called Gaetano that we always use.

(1 rating)
yield serving(s)
prep time 30 Min
method No-Cook or Other

Ingredients For tom & jerry batter

  • 12
    eggs, separated
  • 1/2 tsp
    salt
  • 1 lb
    butter, room temp
  • 3 lb
    powdered sugar
  • 1 Tbsp
    vanilla
  • 1 Tbsp
    nutmeg

How To Make tom & jerry batter

  • 1
    In a medium bowl beat egg whites until stiff. Beat in salt.
  • 2
    In a second bowl beat yolks until light in color.
  • 3
    In a third bowl cream together butter and sugar. Add in yolks, vanilla, and nutmeg. Beat well.
  • 4
    Fold egg whites into butter mixture. Refrigerate in covered container.
  • 5
    To serve: Heat mugs of milk, stir in one heaping tablespoon of batter, add 1/2 ounce each of brandy and rum, or 1 oz of whiskey (if desired), top with a sprinkle of nutmeg.
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