Best 6 Homemade Butterscotch Recipes

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Indulge in the rich, buttery goodness of homemade butterscotch, a classic confection that has delighted taste buds for generations. Made with simple ingredients like butter, brown sugar, and cream, this sweet treat offers a symphony of flavors that range from creamy to caramelized. Whether you prefer the classic chewy texture or a smooth, spreadable consistency, this article provides two delectable recipes that cater to your sweet cravings. Embark on a culinary journey as we explore the art of crafting homemade butterscotch, transforming ordinary ingredients into an extraordinary dessert experience.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

HOMEMADE BUTTERSCOTCH PUDDING



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Homemade pudding reminds me of my grandma and how she turned milk and eggs into creamy textures before my eyes. The butterscotch in this recipe adds a caramel-sweet touch. -Teresa Wilkes, Pembroke, Georgia

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 20m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

1/2 cup sugar
1/2 cup packed dark brown sugar
3 tablespoons cornstarch
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon ground nutmeg
3 cups 2% milk
3 egg yolks
2 tablespoons butter, cubed
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
Whipped cream, optional

Steps:

  • In a large heavy saucepan, combine the first five ingredients. Stir in milk until smooth. Cook and stir over medium-high heat until thickened and bubbly. Reduce heat to low; cook and stir 2 minutes longer. Remove from the heat., Stir a small amount of hot mixture into the egg yolks; return all to the pan. Bring to a gentle boil, stirring constantly; cook 2 minutes or until mixture is thickened and coats the back of a spoon. Remove from the heat., Stir in butter and vanilla. Cool for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally. Transfer to six dessert dishes. Cover and refrigerate until chilled. Garnish with whipped cream if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 273 calories, Fat 8g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 122mg cholesterol, Sodium 198mg sodium, Carbohydrate 45g carbohydrate (40g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 5g protein.

HOMEMADE BUTTERSCOTCH SCHNAPPS



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I've started thinking about making homemade goodies for the holidays and I searched this site for a butterscotch schnapps recipe and didn't find one. I found this elsewhere on the web, from a cookbook called Cordials From Your Kitchen. Gonna start a batch tomorrow! (Had to guess on the servings and cook time)

Provided by Alisa Lea

Categories     Beverages

Time 12m

Yield 20 ounces

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 cup water
1 cup sugar
1/2 cup brandy
1 cup 100 proof vodka
1 1/2 teaspoons concentrated butterscotch extract
10 drops yellow food coloring (optional)

Steps:

  • Boil sugar and water together, cool.
  • Pour into 1-qt container and add brandy, vodka, flavoring and food-coloring.
  • Cover and shake vigorously to blend.
  • Let stand in a cool, dark place for 1 month before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 88.8, Sodium 0.7, Carbohydrate 10, Sugar 10

HOMEMADE BUTTERSCOTCH FUDGE



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This fudge is sure to be the most delicious you have ever tasted. It is easy to make and will be gone in no time at all.-Kathy Ingrao, West Lafayette, Indiana

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 20m

Yield 2-3/4 pounds.

Number Of Ingredients 8

1-1/2 teaspoons plus 1/2 cup butter, softened, divided
2 cups packed brown sugar
1 cup sugar
1 cup evaporated milk
1 jar (7 ounces) marshmallow creme
1/3 cup peanut butter
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 cup butterscotch chips

Steps:

  • Line a 9-in. square pan with foil and grease the foil with 1-1/2 teaspoons butter; set aside. In a large heavy saucepan, combine the sugars, milk and remaining butter. Cook and stir over medium heat until sugar is dissolved. Bring to a rapid boil; boil for 5 minutes, stirring constantly. Reduce heat to low; stir in the marshmallow creme and peanut butter until melted and blended., Remove from the heat; stir in vanilla. Add the butterscotch chips; stir until chips are melted. Pour into prepared pan. Refrigerate for 4 hours or until firm. Using foil, remove fudge from pan; carefully peel off foil. Store in refrigerator.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 75 calories, Fat 3g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 4mg cholesterol, Sodium 27mg sodium, Carbohydrate 12g carbohydrate (12g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 1g protein.

HOMEMADE BUTTERSCOTCH BROWNIE MIX



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It turns out that I am very fond of Blondie type brownies too! Imagine that!!!! Well, again, I think that I need a good do-it-up quick mix! Here we go. This is a good one, with minimal ingredients. You can spice it up on the days you have extras like butterscotch chips, white chocolate chips, nuts, chocolate chips, cinnamon...

Provided by Amy Alusa

Categories     Cookies

Time 25m

Number Of Ingredients 11

TO MAKE THE MIX:
1/2 c flaked coconut
2/3 c chopped pecans
2 c dark or light brown sugar (packed) (dark is stronger flavor)
2 c all purpose flour
1 1/2 tsp baking powder
1/4 tsp salt
TO MAKE THE BROWNIES FROM THE MIX:
3/4 c butter, room temperature (do not use diet margarine)
2 eggs
2 tsp pure vanilla

Steps:

  • 1. TO MAKE THE MIX: Mix together flour, salt and baking powder. Set aside. Layer ingredients in order given in a 1 quart sized wide mouth canning jar. Add flour mixture last. Press each layer firmly in place. Close and attach instructions to the jar with a ribbon, string or raffia.
  • 2. BUTTERSCOTCH BROWNIES INSTRUCTIONS: Empty jar of brownie mix into large mixing bowl. Use your hands to thoroughly blend mix. Add: 3/4 cup butter or margarine, softened at room temperature. DO NOT USE DIET MARGARINE. Mix in 2 eggs, slightly beaten and 2 teaspoons vanilla. Mix until completely blended. Spread batter into a sprayed 9 x 13 inch metal pan. Bake at 375 degrees F (190 degrees C) for 25 minutes. Cool 15 minutes in baking pan. Cut brownies into 1 1/2 inch squares. Cool completely in pan. Makes 2 dozen.

HOMEMADE BUTTERSCOTCH KRIMPETS RECIPE - (3.8/5)



Homemade Butterscotch Krimpets Recipe - (3.8/5) image

Provided by mrboyton

Number Of Ingredients 16

CAKE:
4 large eggs, room temperature
1 cup sugar
1 cup light brown sugar
1 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 cup milk (low fat is fine)
2 tablespoons butter, softened
2 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
BUTTERSCOTCH FROSTING:
1/3 cup butterscotch chips
1/2 cup butter, room temperature
1 1/2 cups confectioners' sugar
2 tablespoons milk
1/4 teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°F Lightly grease a 17x11x1-in. jelly-roll pan (15×10 is fine) and line the bottom with parchment paper In a large bowl, using an electric mixer, beat together eggs and sugars until thick and pale, 3-5 minutes. Beat in vanilla. While that is beating (or before, if you're not using a stand mixer), heat milk and butter in a small saucepan or in the microwave until the butter has just melted and the milk is steaming, but not boiling. Remove from heat and set aside Gradually sift flour and baking powder into the beaten egg mixture and mix at low speed until just combined. With the mixer running, still at a low speed, slowly stream in the milk/butter mixture until batter is uniform Pour batter into prepared pan, spreading it out evenly, and bake for 20-25 minutes at 350F. Cake is done when a tester comes out clean and the top is golden and springs back when touched lightly Let cake cool in the pan for 5 minutes, then turn the cake out onto a wire rack to cool completely When cake is cooled, spread the butterscotch frosting onto it in a thin, even layer Store leftovers in an airtight container. Makes about 30 Krimpets. FROSTING: Melt butterscotch chips and butter together in a medium sized, microwave safe bowl. Whisk to combine, and set aside for a few minutes to cool to room temperature. Beat butterscotch mixture with confectioners sugar, 2 tablespoons milk and 1/4 teaspoons salt. If frosting is too thin, add additional confectioners' sugar to make it spreadable.

HOMEMADE BUTTERSCOTCH CHIPS RECIPE



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Provided by EricS52

Number Of Ingredients 16

Homemade Butterscotch Chips [the no-bake version]
Yield: ~1 cup
Ingredients
42 42g 42g (3 tbs) Coconut Oil
20 20g 20g (1 tbs) Molasses
1 1 1 tsp Butter Extract
83 83g 83g (11 tbs) Powdered Erythritol, sifted
2 2 2 tsp Arrowroot Starch (other starches may work)
Instructions
Line a cookie sheet with two sheets of wax paper.
20-second a medium-sized microwave-safe bowl, microwave the coconut oil at 20-second intervals, stirring between each one, until melted.
Stir in the molasses and butter extract.
to 1-2 small bowl, stir together the erythritol and arrowroot and add to the wet ingredients 1-2 tbs at a time.
2+ the chips for 2+ hours, or until firm. Place into a sealable jar and keep refrigerated until needed for snacking... I mean baking.
Notes
This recipe is: low sugar, gluten free, vegan!

Steps:

  • This second version is suitable for baking since it holds up to heat and doesn't melt... into pockets of caramel... like the first version... ehem (don't get me wrong, they were delicious caramelly gooey spots but they weren't very pretty). These butterscotch chips are amazing! Print Homemade Butterscotch Chips [the "bake-able" version] Yield: 3.5 cups Ingredients 1 cup Light Coconut Milk, canned 53g (1/4 cup + 1 tsp) Butter Flavor Spectrum Organics Shortening 1/4 tsp Salt 84g (1/4 cup) Molasses 1/4 cup Water 192g (1 cup) Granulated Erythritol (or more sucanat or sweetener of choice) 96g (1/2 cup) Sucanat 1 tsp Vanilla Extract Instructions Spray a 9″ brownie pan with cooking spray and line with parchment paper both ways. In a microwave-safe bowl, microwave the coconut milk, shortening and salt at 30-second intervals, stirring between each one, until shortening has completely melted. In a medium-sized deep pot, add the molasses and water. Stir in the erythritol and sucanat. Use a rubber spatula to scrape down the sides of the pot so there are no sugar crystals above the mixture. Add a candy thermometer to the pot. Place pot over medium-medium/high heat. Let it come to a boil without stirring. At 250 degrees Fahrenheit, turn off the heat and whisk in the coconut milk/shortening mixture. Stop whisking once all is added. Return the pot to medium-medium/high heat and heat to 250 degrees Fahrenheit, again, without stirring. Remove from heat and whisk in the vanilla extract. Pour into the prepared pan and let sit for 6 hours or overnight. Refrigerate for 30 minutes before slicing. Slice the butterscotch square with a sharp knife or pizza cutter (it will be a little sticky). You can either slice the strips you've made into chips with a knife or break it into pieces by hand (I started with the knife and moved on to use my fingers). Put the chips into a bowl and store covered in the refrigerator until you need to use it. Notes This recipe is: low sugar, gluten free, vegan!

Tips:

  • Use a heavy-bottomed saucepan to prevent the butterscotch from burning.
  • Cook the butterscotch over medium heat, stirring constantly, to prevent it from scorching.
  • Use a candy thermometer to ensure that the butterscotch reaches the correct temperature.
  • If you don't have a candy thermometer, you can test the butterscotch by dropping a small amount into a glass of cold water. If it forms a hard ball, it's ready.
  • Butterscotch can be used in a variety of desserts, such as pies, cakes, and cookies.
  • Butterscotch can also be used as a topping for ice cream or yogurt.

Conclusion:

Butterscotch is a delicious and versatile sauce that can be used in a variety of desserts. It's easy to make at home with just a few simple ingredients. With a little practice, you'll be able to make perfect butterscotch every time.

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