Butterscotch Taffy
Indulge in the nostalgic charm of homemade Butterscotch Taffy, a rich and buttery treat perfect for satisfying your sweet tooth or gifting to loved ones. This decadent candy is crafted with a luscious blend of granulated sugar, brown sugar, and creamy heavy cream, infused with the warm depth of vanilla extract. The recipe involves pulling the taffy by hand—a fun and traditional technique that transforms this mixture into wonderfully chewy, glossy candy with a signature butterscotch flavor. With a preparation time of just 15 minutes and simple pantry staples, this recipe is ideal for festive occasions or a satisfying DIY kitchen project. Wrap these golden bites in wax paper for easy storage, making them the perfect homemade treat for parties, holidays, or an afternoon indulgence!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup Granulated sugar
- 1 cup Brown sugar
- 1 cup Light corn syrup
- 4 tablespoons Unsalted butter
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 3 cups Heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
Instructions
Grease a large baking sheet with butter or line it with parchment paper. Set it aside.
In a large heavy-bottomed saucepan, combine the granulated sugar, brown sugar, corn syrup, unsalted butter, salt, and heavy cream.
Cook the mixture over medium heat, stirring constantly with a wooden spoon or heat-resistant spatula, until the sugar has dissolved.
Attach a candy thermometer to the side of the saucepan. Increase the heat slightly and bring the mixture to a boil, stirring occasionally to prevent burning.
Continue cooking the mixture until it reaches 250°F (hard-ball stage) on the candy thermometer. This will take about 25–30 minutes. Keep a close eye on the temperature to prevent it from burning.
Once the mixture reaches 250°F, remove the saucepan from heat and stir in the vanilla extract.
Carefully pour the hot taffy mixture onto the prepared baking sheet, spreading it out with the back of a greased spoon or spatula.
Allow the taffy to cool for about 10 minutes, or until it is cool enough to handle but still pliable.
Butter your hands generously and begin pulling the taffy. Stretch it out, fold it in half, and stretch again. Continue this process for about 10 minutes or until the taffy turns a lighter, opaque color.
Roll the taffy into a long, even log and use kitchen scissors or a greased knife to cut it into bite-sized pieces.
Wrap each piece in wax paper to prevent sticking and store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 weeks.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
4819 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 288.0 g | 369% | |
| Saturated Fat | 172.0 g | 860% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 844 mg | 281% | |
| Sodium | 1500 mg | 65% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 520.2 g | 189% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Total Sugars | 518.8 g | ||
| Protein | 0.4 g | 1% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 133 mg | 10% | |
| Iron | 1.0 mg | 6% | |
| Potassium | 214 mg | 5% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
