Traditional Scottish Tablet
A classic Scottish treat, this rich and sweet tablet is made with just four simple ingredients, creating a melt-in-your-mouth texture. Perfect for gifting or enjoying yourself!
Equipment
- Baking dish (lined with baking parchment)
- wooden spoon
Ingredients
- 1 kg caster sugar
- 1 tin condensed milk
- 250 g unsalted butter
- 300 ml hot water
Instructions
- Place all the ingredients in a large, heavy-based saucepan.
- Bring the mixture to the boil, stirring occasionally.
- Once boiling, cook rapidly for 5 minutes.
- Turn the heat down and gently simmer, stirring from time to time, until the mixture turns a deep golden brown (this may take 20-30 minutes).
- While the mixture is simmering, line a baking dish with baking parchment.
- Remove the saucepan from the heat and beat the mixture vigorously with a wooden spoon for 10 minutes.
- This is a tough task, best done in a cool area (such as outside the kitchen).
- Beat until the mixture feels stiff and gritty but is still pourable.
- Pour the mixture into the prepared baking dish.
- After 20 minutes, score the tablet into squares.
- Leave the tablet to fully set, preferably overnight.
- Once set, store in an airtight container.
Notes / Tips / Wine Advice:
Serving Tip:
Cut into small squares and enjoy with a cup of tea or coffee for a classic treat.
Wine Advice:
Pair with a rich dessert wine like a Tawny Port or a sweet dessert wine such as Muscat.
Nutritional Information
Calories: 200 kcal | Carbohydrates: 50 g | Protein: 1 g | Fat: 6 g | Fiber: 0 g | Sugar: 45 g | Salt: 0.1 mg
