Best 2 Butterscotch Chewies Recipes

Butterscotch chewies are a classic candy that is both sweet and chewy. They are made with a combination of butter, brown sugar, corn syrup, and vanilla extract. The mixture is cooked until it reaches a certain temperature, then poured into a pan and allowed to cool. Once it has cooled, it is cut into squares and enjoyed. Butterscotch chewies are a popular candy for both children and adults, and they can be made at home with just a few simple ingredients.

Here are our top 2 tried and tested recipes!

AUTHENTIC BUTTERSCOTCH CANDY

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Back in the mid-ish 1800s, a British confectioner went and visited Italy and apparently was both saddened to find that their sweets were better than what was available in England and inspired to Fix That. Butterscotch is what he came up with. Good show, old man. This recipe makes a relatively soft candy that should be stored in the refrigerator. See the notes for the temperatures to cook it to get everything from a sauce to a much firmer candy.

Provided by Liverpool Mercury, February 1, 1848, page 4

Categories Candy Recipes

Time 25m

Number Of Ingredients 4

Ingredients

1 pound granulated sugar
1 pound unsalted butter, (or try using salted. You still might need to add some more salt, so taste to see)
4 oz molasses**, (by weight. See Note, not blackstrap)
10-14 grams fine sea salt, , or to taste (about 2-2 1/2 teaspoons)

Steps:

Cut a strip of non-stick foil to the same width as the bottom of an 8" or 9" baking dish. Line the pan, making sure the edges of the foil extend up and over opposite sides of the pan. Don't worry about the unlined sides.
Spray the whole shebang very well with pan spray, especially the unlined sides. Set aside on a heat-proof surface.
In a medium saucepan, melt the butter over medium-low heat.
Stir in the sugar, molasses and salt.
When the mixture is good and liquidy, increase the heat to medium to medium-high, and bring to a boil, stirring occasionally.
Cook the candy to 250F and then pour into your prepared pan.
Let sit out until barely warm, and then score the candy into 1" squares for later cutting. Run a thin spatula between the unlined sides of the pan and the butterscotch, and put it in the fridge to firm up completely.
Remove to a cutting board sprayed with pan spray, and cut into whatever shapes you want. This will make about 64-81 pieces of butterscotch, depending on how you cut them. Or it might only make four pieces, but I wouldn't advise that.
Store, covered, in the fridge.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 83 calories, Carbohydrate 8 grams carbohydrates, Cholesterol 15 milligrams cholesterol, SaturatedFat 3 grams saturated fat, Sodium 62 grams sodium, Sugar 8 grams sugar

BUTTERSCOTCH BROWNIES II

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These chewy squares ooze brown sugary butterscotch. They becrumb the lips and besmear the chin, like home-baked goodies should.

Provided by Anna Pages

Categories Desserts Cookies Brownie Recipes Nut Brownie Recipes

Time 1h45m

Yield 18

Number Of Ingredients 12

Ingredients

1 cup butter, melted
2 cups packed light brown sugar
3 eggs
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
2 cups all-purpose flour
½ teaspoon salt
1 ½ teaspoons baking powder
1 cup chopped walnuts
2 teaspoons instant coffee granules
2 tablespoons water
½ cup butter, softened
3 cups sifted confectioners' sugar

Steps:

Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (180 degrees C). Grease an 11x7x2-inch pan.
Melt 1 cup butter in a large saucepan. Add 2 cups light brown sugar and beat well to mix. Cool the mixture slightly, then beat in eggs and vanilla.
Sift together all-purpose flour, salt and baking powder. Stir it into the wet ingredients, then add the walnuts or pecans (see Cook's Note). Mix well.
Spread batter into prepared pan and bake for 30-35 minutes or until a light gold. Cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then turn out of pan and let brownies finish cooling on a rack.
To Make Frosting: Dissolve coffee in the water. Cream 1/2 cup butter with confectioner's sugar. Beat it until light. Blend the coffee into sugar mixture and spread frosting over the brownies. When frosting has set, cut brownies into squares. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 416.6 calories, Carbohydrate 56.6 g, Cholesterol 71.7 mg, Fat 20.6 g, Fiber 0.8 g, Protein 3.7 g, SaturatedFat 10.4 g, Sodium 233.4 mg, Sugar 44.5 g

Tips:

Use fresh butter and brown sugar for the best flavor.
Do not overmix the batter, as this will make the cookies tough.
If you want chewier cookies, chill the dough for at least 30 minutes before baking.
Bake the cookies until they are just set, as they will continue to cook as they cool.
Allow the cookies to cool completely before enjoying them.

Conclusion:

Butterscotch chews are a classic cookie that is loved by people of all ages. They are soft, chewy, and have a delicious butterscotch flavor. These cookies are perfect for any occasion, and they are sure to be a hit with everyone who tries them. With just a few simple ingredients, you can make these delicious cookies right at home. So what are you waiting for? Give this recipe a try today!