The Hennessy cake recipe is very simple and you can easily make it at your home. It is one of those desserts that is a classic. So, enjoy this delicious and easy Hennessy cake recipe which has a thick layer of rich cream cheese filling, topped with a layer of strawberries and strawberries cream.
Hennessy is the world’s largest cognac producer selling about 70 million bottles each year. Due to its popularity, people have found creative ways to use Hennessy in all types of food recipes.
The only way in which people like to use Hennessy is in a delicious dessert cake. This recipe is a perfect combination of chocolate and strawberries. This delicious cake can be served on special occasions like holiday brunch, parties, school gatherings, etc.
It’s also a perfect choice for birthday cake as it’s sweetened with heavy cream. So, try this simple Hennessy cake recipe to serve at special events and don’t forget to share your experience in the comment box.
Easy Hennessy Cake Recipe
Here you will get the complete guide on Hennessy cake recipe so keep reading.
How to Make Hennessy Cake
In this recipe, Hennessy and strawberry both are used as ingredients to make a perfect combo of flavours. This easy cake recipe usually takes about 30 minutes to make. I made this recipe with fresh strawberries and cream cheese and I know that it would be perfect with a bottle of Hennessy.
Ingredients
Shortcake
- 4 cups flour
- 6 tablespoons sugar
- 2 tablespoons baking powder
- 1 tablespoon salt
- 1 stick shortening
- 2 eggs (beaten)
- 1 tablespoon vanilla
- 1 cup milk
Strawberry Preserve
- 16 ounces of strawberries tops removed (sliced)
- 2 ounces Hennessy
- ¼ cup light brown sugar
- ¼ cup balsamic vinegar
- 1 juice of a lemon
- 2 tablespoons strawberry preserve or jam
Hennessy Whipped Cream
- 1 ½ cups heavy cream
- 2 tablespoons sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla
- 2 tablespoons Hennessy
Instructions
- Cut in the fat after blending the dry ingredients. Blend dry ingredients well until they look like coarse cornmeal. Put wet ingredients in a measuring cup, measuring ¼ cup (spray with cooking spray or rub oil inside to stop sticking) and drop onto the baking sheet. Once become golden brown, put the shortcakes in the oven for 12-15 minutes.
- Ferment strawberries, Hennessy, and brown sugar for 10 minutes in a pot. Now add other ingredients, turn the heat to medium, and simmer for 5 minutes.
- Then add cream, sugar, vanilla extract, and Hennessy to the bowl. Beat for 3 minutes at a medium-high speed.
- Cut shortcakes in half to assemble and then spoon strawberry preserve over the bottom biscuit. Now, top the biscuit with more whipped cream and a dollop of whipped cream, then top with the top half of the biscuit.
FAQs
How much time is needed to make Hennessy cake?
As mentioned above, it takes about 30 minutes to make.
Can we put liquor in the cake batter?
Baking with booze like bourbon, port, rum and vodka can add more flavour, and texture, and also change the consistency of many baked goods.
Which ingredients make a cake super moist & fluffy?
Creamy butter and sugar make a cake super moist and fluffy.
How much alcohol is in Hennessy?
There is 40% alcohol in Hennessy by volume.
Conclusion
We hope that you liked our article about a Hennessy cake recipe. There’s nothing more delicious than a delicious dessert, particularly after a large meal. Now you can make this tasty treat and can impress your family and friends by serving them at your next gatherings. So, try this cake recipe at your home and enjoy!
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