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Hot Buttered Prune Juice

A warm, comforting drink that supports digestion with rich flavors and a velvety texture.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 2 cups
Course: Beverage
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main
  • 1 cup pitted prunes
  • 2 cups water
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 1 tablespoon brown sugar or to taste
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • Optional: a pinch of salt

Equipment

  • Small saucepan
  • Measuring cups
  • Measuring spoons
  • Wooden spoon or whisk
  • Blender or immersion blender
  • Mug for serving

Method
 

  1. Start by bringing 2 cups of water to a gentle boil in a small saucepan.
  2. Once boiling, add 1 cup of pitted prunes to the water.
  3. Lower the heat and let the mixture simmer for about 10 minutes.
  4. After simmering, remove the saucepan from heat and let it cool slightly.
  5. Using a blender or immersion blender, blend the prune mixture until smooth.
  6. Pour the blended mixture back into the saucepan.
  7. Stir in 2 tablespoons of unsalted butter and 1 tablespoon of brown sugar.
  8. Add 1/2 teaspoon of ground cinnamon and 1/4 teaspoon of ground nutmeg.

Notes

This drink can be customized with various spices and sweeteners. Serve warm.