Cranachan

Cranachan is a traditional Scottish dessert that layers toasted oats, whipped cream, fresh raspberries, honey, and a splash of whisky for a rich yet refreshing treat. Simple to make but full of flavor, this elegant dish combines creamy, fruity, and nutty notes in every spoonful — perfect for special occasions or a taste of Scotland at home.

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Course: Dessert

Cuisine: Scottish

Keyword: Cranachan recipe, Easy cranachan, Raspberry cranachan, Scottish cranachan, Traditional Scottish dessert

Servings: people

Ingredients

1/2 cup rolled jumbo oats
1 oz dark chocolate grated (optional)
2 cups double heavy cream
2 tablespoons honey
2 tablespoons Drambuie or Glayva or any good quality whisky liqueur
1 cup fresh raspberries

Instructions

Toast the oats in a heavy bottomed frying pan on a low-medium heat until lightly browned. This can take up to 5-10 minutes depending on your heat source. Don't let them burn!
Transfer the oats to a heatproof bowl, immediately add the grated chocolate and give the oats a good stir. The chocolate should melt pretty much straight away. Allow the oats to cool down.
Whip the double cream to soft peaks, then fold in the honey and whisky liqueur.
In your serving glasses, begin to build the Cranachan in layers:
Layer 1 - a thin layer of toasted oats
Layer 2 - a few raspberries
Layer 3 - whisky cream.
Repeat until you reach the top of the serving glass.
Finish off with a light sprinkling of toasted oats and a couple of raspberries.
Serve immediately.