Sweet treats for Ramadan
By Karen Burns
For something a little bit different this Ramadan why not try making a favourite sweetie from
Scotland – Tablet!
Tablet is a medium-hard, melt in the mouth confection from Scotland. It has a long history as
a Scottish favourite; it was first mentioned in ‘The Household Book of Lady Grisell Baillie’ in the
early 18th century. It is a traditional after dinner sweet and graces many a Scottish wedding as
the finale to a fine meal, served with the coffee.
Ingredients
(Makes 35 squares)
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900g (2 lb) caster sugar
125g (4 1/2 oz) butter
1 tin condensed sweetened milk
150ml (1/4 pt) milk
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
Method
Prep:5min › Cook:1hr › Extra time:1hr setting › Ready in:2hr5min
1. In a large deep pot place all ingredients except vanilla over medium heat until all
melts, stirring frequently. Simmer for 40 minutes stirring now and again.
2. Bring to the boil, add vanilla, remove from the heat stirring all the time; be careful.
3. Electric whisk or beat hard with a wooden spoon for 5 minutes; mixture will thicken.
4. Spread mixture in a flat tray leave to cool for at least 1 hour. Cut into squares and
enjoy!