Homemade Tootsie Rolls Recipe - Easy and Delicious

Indulge in the nostalgic flavor of homemade Tootsie Rolls with this easy recipe. Made with just a handful of ingredients, these chocolatey treats are a delightful recreation of the classic American candy. Enjoy the rich and chewy texture that melts in your mouth. Perfect for parties, Halloween, or just a sweet homemade snack.

Ingredients

• 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
• 1/2 cup powdered sugar
• 1/2 cup instant nonfat dry milk powder
• 1/3 cup light corn syrup
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 tablespoon unsalted butter, melted

Directions

1. In a mixing bowl, sift together the cocoa powder, powdered sugar, and dry milk powder. Mix well to combine.
2. Add the corn syrup, vanilla extract, and melted butter to the dry mixture. Stir until everything is well incorporated and forms a sticky dough.
3. Transfer the dough onto a clean surface and knead it for 2-3 minutes until smooth and pliable.
4. Shape the dough into a rectangular log and wrap tightly with plastic wrap. Allow it to rest in the refrigerator for 10-15 minutes to firm up.
5. Remove the dough from the refrigerator and unwrap it. Cut the log into bite-sized pieces or roll it into small cylinders, shaping them like Tootsie Rolls.
6. Store the Tootsie Rolls in an airtight container at room temperature for up to two weeks.

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