Syrup for soaking sponge cake

Description

One of the most original recipes for a syrup to soak sponge cake or layer cake. This recipe will add a unique touch to your cake-making repertoire. The sponge cake soaked with this syrup will become much softer and juicier. You won't have to wait long for it to absorb the syrup, and the coffee-cognac flavor will bring out the best in your baked goods. Let's take a look.

Instructions

1. 1

   Step 1

   Take a saucepan, pour in half of the specified amount of water, slightly warm it, and dissolve the sugar in it.

2. 2

   Step 2

   The resulting mixture should be brought to a boil.

3. 3

   Step 3

   In another saucepan, pour the remaining water, bring to a boil, and add the coffee to the boiling water. Cook the coffee and let it steep.

4. 4

   Step 4

   After about 10 minutes, strain the coffee through a fine sieve. Then pour the coffee and brandy into the sweetened water. Note: rum can be used instead of brandy.

5. 5

   Step 5

   It is necessary to mix and chill before using in the cake.