Tablet is something that I grew up on, a treat from my Grandmother.
For years I have tried to replicate it. I got close, but not exact.
Then recently came a breakthrough.
it turned out perfectly. And my mother agreed.
Here then is the recipe.
I use a half cookie sheet cookie pan with edges, which fits 1x recipe perfectly. It’s 8×12 inches. I line it with parchment paper. A 9×9 brownie pan would work as well.
Ingredients:
900 grams of granulaed sugar
85 grams of butter
1 cup whole milk (do not use lower fat milk)
In a large heavy bottom pot on medium heat combine the three ingredients. Continuously stir ensuring all sugar is dissolved.
Make sure you use a large pot as the mixture will expand while cooking.
Then add one can of sweetened condensed milk.
Turn heat to medium high to achieve a light rolling boil.
Stir continuously for approx 20 minutes to soft ball stage. 248 degrees F. I highly suggest using a thermometer to ensure accuracy. The mixture will have changed to a light golden color.
Once you’ve reached 248 degrees F remove from heat.
Continue stirring. The mixture will start to thicken as it cools.
Stir for approx 5 minutes and then pour into your prepared pan.
After a few minutes as the mixture continues to set score the top into bit size pieces for easy portioning.
Let cool and enjoy!