Helensburgh toffee recipe

Helensburgh Toffee recipe

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In this blog post I will guide you thru the steps and ingredients needed to craft this recipe. Grab your favorite apron and let's start.
Looking for a sweet treat that will transport you to a cozy Scottish town? Look no further than the Helensburgh toffee recipe. This traditional confectionery delight hails from the picturesque town of Helensburgh and is loved by locals and visitors alike. Made with simple ingredients like sugar, butter, and vanilla extract, this toffee recipe is easy to follow and guarantees a mouthwatering result. Indulge in the rich caramel flavor and crunchy texture of this homemade treat that will surely satisfy your sweet tooth.

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Helensburgh toffee recipe details

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Ingredients

60 g unsalted butter

450 g caster sugar

2 tsp golden syrup

200 ml sweetened condensed milk

4 tbsp milk

½ tsp vanilla extract

Instructions

Melt the butter in a heavy-based saucepan. Add the sugar, syrup, condensed milk and milk. Heat gently until all ingredients have dissolved. Bring to a boil, stirring constantly.

Continue to heat until the temperature on a confectioners’ or sugar thermometer reaches 115C or 240F, or until a drop forms into a soft ball when dropped into cold water.

Remove from heat and add vanilla. Beat well until thick and creamy.

Pour into shallow greased tins and mark into squares with a knife. Leave to cool and set.

Cut into pieces and store in an airtight container.

Preparation time:
ca. 1 hr
Grade of difficulty:
medium
Calories per portion:
n/a