Grandpa'S High Hat Recipe

Name: Grandpa'S High Hat
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 c. sugar; 1/3 c. butter; 1 tsp. cream of tartar; 1 Tbsp. New Orleans molasses; 1/2 tsp. baking soda; 1/2 tsp. cinnamon; 1/2 tsp. allspice; 1 c. raisins; 1 c. currants; 1 1/2 c. milk; bread crumbs; 3 c. flour; 1/8 lb. butter; 1 1/2 c. confectioners sugar; brandy or whiskey

Servings: persons

1 c. sugar
1/3 c. butter
1 tsp. cream of tartar
1 Tbsp. New Orleans molasses
1/2 tsp. baking soda
1/2 tsp. cinnamon
1/2 tsp. allspice
1 c. raisins
1 c. currants
1 1/2 c. milk
bread crumbs
3 c. flour
1/8 lb. butter
1 1/2 c. confectioners sugar
brandy or whiskey

1
Combine sugar, butter, cream of tartar, molasses, baking soda, cinnamon, allspice, cloves, raisins and currants.
2
Add milk and enough bread crumbs to absorb milk while mixing.
3
Slowly add flour until mix is consistency of gingerbread.
4
Put in buttered 3-pound Crisco or coffee can with lid.
5
Steam 3 hours in water at 3/4 level of can (add water as needed).
6
Mix butter and confectioners sugar to make hard sauce.
7
Brandy or whiskey is optional.
8
Form into 1-inch balls which can be rolled in colored sugar.
9
Serve.

1541

kcal

Calories

Fat

292

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 c. sugar, 1/3 c. butter, 1 tsp. cream of tartar, 1 Tbsp. New Orleans molasses, and more.

Yes, Grandpa'S High Hat falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Grandpa'S High Hat

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