Make this winter schnappy and try these delicious recipes for a Baked Apple dessert and warming cocktails.
Here in the Snowy Mountains, we dream of waking up to a blanket of fresh snow on the peaks. The recent wild weather didn’t disappoint. We’ve whipped out our gloves and beanies and think it’s about time we shared our winter enthusiasm in the love language we know best: schnappy dessert and cocktail recipes…
Faceplant
Though not an uncommon occurrence if you’re hitting the slopes this winter, the Faceplant we have in mind is far more satisfying. Featuring our seasonal Baked Apple schnapps and a dollop of whipped cream, this recipe is wildbrumby approved to try at home.
Ingredients:
25mL wildbrumby baked apple schnapps
whipped cream
cinnamon
How to make it:
- Warm your wildbrumby baked apple schnapps in the microwave for 10-15 seconds in a shot glass.
- Top with whipped cream and a light dusting of cinnamon.
*Our wildbrumby baked apple schnapps is a seasonal product and will only be available for a limited time during winter.
Powder Day
Every snow enthusiast’s dream, in Australia, true powder days often prove elusive. Here’s one Powder Day that will consistently put a smile on your dial.
Ingredients:
60 ml wildbrumby Baked Apple schnapps
30 ml Kosciuszko vodka
30 ml apple juice
25 ml cream
How to make it:
- Add all ingredients to an ice filled cocktail shaker and shake till cold.
- Strain into a chilled martini glass and garnish with a sprinkle of cinnamon.
Glühwein
German for ‘glow-wine’, Glühwein (or mulled wine in the common tongue), is a warm spiced wine many of us may associate with European Christmas markets. It can be made at home, by why would you? Save yourself the trouble, and simply heat and serve our schnappy edition!
How to make it:
- Pour a bottle of our wildbrumby Glühwein into a pot. Make sure to heat the liquid without bringing it to the boil.
- Once warm, serve into 4 pre-heated mugs and garnish each with a slice of orange and a cinnamon stick if desired.
Hot Whipped Minty
Ready to take your hot chocolates to the next level? Just add Peppermint schnapps!
Ingredients:
30 ml wildbrumby Peppermint schnapps
Hot Chocolate
How to make it:
- Make a hot chocolate your way but leave some room in the mug!
- Pour in 30ml Peppermint schnapps and give it a stir.
- Top with whipped cream and marshmallows for extra decadence.
Flare Runner
Thredbo’s Saturday night staff flare runs are legendary! Whilst you may not be able to be part of the action on the mountain, you can certainly re-create the excitement at home with this spicy delight.
Ingredients:
30 ml wildbrumby Devil’s Tongue schnapps
30 ml wildbrumby Classic Gin
60 ml cranberry juice
Dash of Angostura bitters
How to make it:
- Combine ingredients in a chilled glass, fill with ice and stir for 10 seconds.
- Strain into a chilled glass.
- Serve with dark chocolate nibbles if desired.
Baked Apple Dessert
Did you know you can use schnapps to make a range of sauces, glazes, or as a key ingredient in delicious dessert recipes? Schnapps makes any dish better, as this delectable dessert proves.
Ingredients:
1 cup Almond meal
1/4 cup Sultanas
1/4 cup Caster sugar
90 ml Baked Apple Schnapps (substitute for apple juice for a kid-friendly version)
1/2 tsp Cinnamon
Slivered almonds for topping
4 Pink Lady Apples
How to make it:
- Remove the cores from the apples and place on a baking tray.
- Mix together all other ingredients in a bowl.
- Fill each cored apple with the almond meal mixture and top with slivered almonds.
- Pop in the oven for 40 – 45 minutes until the tops are golden and crispy. Alternatively, place in a wood-fired oven for ultimate mouth-watering flavour.
- Serve with whipped cream.
