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Homemade Butterscotch Candy: A Sweet and Easy Treat

Are you ready to indulge in a sweet and creamy treat that’s surprisingly easy to make? Look no further than homemade butterscotch candy! With just a few basic ingredients and a reliable candy thermometer, you can create a delicious and addictive candy in under an hour and a half.

Gather Your Ingredients

To get started, you’ll need:

• 2 cups granulated sugar
• 1/2 cup packed light brown sugar
• 3/4 cup water
• 1/2 cup light corn syrup
• 8 tablespoons unsalted butter, cut into 1-inch pieces
• 1/4 cup honey
• 3/4 teaspoon fine salt
• 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
• Cooking spray or butter for greasing the pan

Prepare Your Pan

Line a 13-by-9-inch baking dish with parchment paper, making sure it lies smooth and flat. Coat the parchment and sides of the dish with a thin layer of cooking spray or butter. Set it aside for now.

Heat Up the Magic

Place the sugars, water, and corn syrup in a large saucepan over medium heat. Stir until the sugars melt, which should take around 10 minutes. Attach a candy thermometer to the saucepan and cook the mixture without stirring until it reaches 270°F, about 20 to 25 minutes.

Add the Finishing Touches

Meanwhile, heat your oven to 350°F and arrange a rack in the middle. Once the mixture reaches 270°F, add the measured butter, honey, and salt. Cook, stirring constantly, until the mixture reaches 300°F, about 10 to 12 minutes. You’ll know it’s ready when it lightens in color and becomes foamy.

Let it Cool and Set

Remove the pan from the heat and stir in the vanilla extract. Pour the mixture into the prepared dish in an even layer and let it cool until slightly set, about 15 minutes. Then, turn the candy out onto a cutting board paper-side up. Peel off and discard the parchment paper.

Cut and Enjoy

Score the candy into 1-inch squares, cutting about three-quarters of the way through. Let it cool until almost completely hardened, about 3 minutes more. Break into squares and store at room temperature in an airtight container, in layers divided by parchment paper, for up to 2 weeks.

With these simple steps, you’ll be enjoying delicious homemade butterscotch candy in no time!