Why purchase your favorite childhood candy when you can easily whip up your own homemade, delicious Better Tootsie Roll Recipe at home? This simple recipe for homemade Tootsie Rolls combines the perfect mix of milk and dark chocolate, with a hint of orange flavoring that’s sure to be a hit with kids of all ages. These treats are also great for gifting to friends and family.
As someone who loves experimenting with recipes, I’ve come up with my own take on this classic treat. Here’s my version:
My Better Tootsie Roll Recipe
Prep Time: 30m
Yield: Between 40 & 50 depending on the length and thickness
Time: Set at room temperature 1 hr
Ingredients:
- 6 ounces of finely chopped milk chocolate (I used Cadbury) bars (or 1 cup of chips)
- 6 ounces of finely chopped dark chocolate (I used 90% Cocoa) bars (or 1 cup of chips)
- 2/3 cup of sifted confectioners powdered sugar
- 1/2 cup of light corn syrup
- 1/8 tsp. pure vanilla and only 3 drops of optional orange extract (this gives the original flavor)
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Directions:
- In a microwave-safe bowl, heat the milk chocolate and dark chocolate on medium-high power for 30-second bursts of power, stirring after each interval, until 75% of the chocolate is melted. Then stir vigorously until all the chocolate has melted. Alternatively, melt the chocolate in a double boiler on the stove. (I’m old school and used a double boiler on the stove)
- Sift the powdered sugar into the bowl of chocolate and stir until all the sugar has dissolved.
- Continue stirring until the chocolate cools enough to feel slightly cool to the touch.
- Add the light corn syrup and orange extract, and stir until just combined. Do not over-mix.
- Place the mixture in a zip-top bag and flatten it to about 1/2-inch thickness. Set it aside at room temperature for one hour.
- Remove the mixture from the bag and knead it until smooth.
- Break off pieces and roll them into 1/4-inch thick ropes.
- Cut the ropes into 3-inch long pieces.
- Wrap the pieces in wax paper, if desired.
- Store in an airtight container for several months or until they become too hard to chew.
Enjoy!
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You may want to visit my Delicious Dessert Recipes if you have a sweet tooth like me.
