BUTTERSCOTCH HARD CANDY

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I love making this classic butterscotch recipe. We think these irresistible bites are better than the store-bought variety... and they sure don't last long! -Darlene Smithers, Elkhart, Indiana

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 40m

Yield about 1-1/2 pounds.

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 teaspoon plus 1 cup butter, divided
2-1/2 cups sugar
3/4 cup water
1/2 cup light corn syrup
1/4 cup honey
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon rum extract

Steps:

  • Butter a 15x10x1-in. pan with 1 teaspoon butter; set aside. Cube remaining butter and set aside., In a heavy saucepan, combine the sugar, water and corn syrup. Cover and bring to a boil over medium heat without stirring. Cook, uncovered, until a candy thermometer reads 270° (soft-crack stage). Add the honey, salt and remaining butter; stir constantly until the mixture reaches 300° (hard-crack stage)., Remove from the heat. Stir in the rum extract. Pour into prepared pan without scraping; do not spread. Cool until the candy is almost set, 1-2 minutes. Score into 1-in. squares; cool completely. Break squares apart. Store in an airtight container.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 144 calories, Fat 6g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 17mg cholesterol, Sodium 109mg sodium, Carbohydrate 23g carbohydrate (21g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 0 protein.

Ssentongo Twaha Titus
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I'm so glad I found this recipe. It's the perfect way to use up leftover butterscotch chips.


Asaba Akugizibwe
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This candy is so addictive! I can't stop eating it.


Tony DeVine
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yum!


arooj sehar
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5 stars!


Sasha Wilkins
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This recipe is a keeper! I'll definitely be making it again and again.


Raghad Ayman
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I love the way this candy looks. It's so pretty and festive.


Rk Dk
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This candy is perfect for parties or gift-giving. It's always a hit with my friends and family.


Lolli Yeye
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I'm not a huge fan of butterscotch, but this candy is amazing! It's not too sweet, and the flavor is really rich and complex.


Dj BRIAN Pro De Spin Master
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This recipe is so easy to follow, and the candy turns out perfectly every time. I love that I can make it in my own kitchen without any special equipment.


Huzaifa Alpha
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This butterscotch hard candy is the best I've ever had! It's so smooth and creamy, and the flavor is just perfect. I've made it several times now, and it always turns out great.