Why is my tablet like toffee?
Why does the Scottish Tablet I make turn out like toffee? If your temperature is too high for too long you’ll create toffee and the higher the temperature you go the harder the toffee will become right the way through to a proper brittle toffee which comes in at about 149 degrees celcius!
What’s the difference between tablet and fudge?
Tablet differs from fudge in that it has a brittle, grainy texture, where fudge is much softer. Well-made tablet is a medium-hard confection, not as soft as fudge, but not as hard as hard candy. Commercially available tablet often uses fondant instead of the milk products.
How do I make my tablet Scruss?
Method
- Damp the sugar with cold milk in the pan.
- Keep stirring evenly until the mixture comes to the boil; this usually takes about ten minutes.
- Once the mixture boils, turn the heat down low.
- You’ll notice the mixture darken slightly; keep stirring now and then.
What is Scottish tablet vs fudge?
Some people will try to tell you that tablet is a form of fudge. However, proper tablet aficionados (and we have been doing a lot of sampling) will tell you that there is a clear difference in texture between tablet and fudge. Fudge tends to be softer, while tablet has a grainier and more brittle texture.
How long does homemade Scottish tablet last?
How long does Scottish Tablet Keep? Tablet is over 50% sugar and because sugar is a natural preservative, it means that if it is kept in an airtight tin and stored at room temperature, it can last for around 10 days. If you keep it in the fridge, however, it can keep for a few weeks!
Can I make tablet with granulated sugar?
You need a LOT of sugar to make tablet. Good old granulated sugar is fine, but you can also use caster sugar. Do remember that you eat tablet in tiny little squares and you certainly couldn’t eat much in one sitting, so try not to let the sugar content put you off making it!
Can you Reboil tablet?
If you pour it into the tin and it doesn’t set, don’t worry, just reboil for a little while longer (I’ve done this a few times) Also good with a bit of fresh ginger added at the beginning, flavours the tablet beautifully and leaves little exciting nuggets to bite into!
Why is my tablet grainy?
A grainy texture normally means that your sugar has melted too quickly. So if you’d prefer it to be a little smoother then it’s down to beating.
What is Scottish tablet similar to?
Scottish tablet and fudge are made in a similar way. That is by melting sugars and using elbow grease to reach a thickening point. But it is the liquid in the tablet recipe that makes all the difference. Traditionally fudge is made with double or clotted cream, while tablet is made with condensed milk.