Looking to take your desserts to the next level? MasterChef host Marcus Wareing has shared a cooking hack that will make your puddings taste “more balanced”.
In his latest book, Marcus Everyday, the professional chef recommends using alcohol in sweet dishes. This should give them a deeper flavour and prevent them from tasting too sugary.
Marcus explained: “I like using a variety of alcohol’s when cooking sweet dishes. “Alcohol helps intensify flavours and cuts through sweetness, creating a more balanced dish.” Alongside the pudding tip, Marcus shared a simple recipe.
To make his pear, blackberry and walnut crumble, the expert cook always adds a splash of brandy. First, he pre-heats his oven to 200C.
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