By Amrita Rawat
I never really loved Tootsie rolls, but I liked the simplicity of them. In the exchanging of valuable goods at the end of a long night of Trick-or-Treating, Tootsie rolls were almost never part of the bargain. They weren’t the hottest commodity (whatever was the largest size candy bar was, of course), but they were reliable and tasty.
So when I came across this recipe for homemade Tootsies, I had to try it. I had to! 
Homemade Tootsies
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: Makes 12 1x
- Diet: Omnivore
Description
A fun project for kids (or adults!), these homemade Tootsie Rolls are surprisingly easy to make and melt in your mouth.
Ingredients
- 7 oz (200 g) dark chocolate
- 1/8 tsp salt
- 1/4 cup (60 ml) Lyles Golden Syrup
Instructions
- Melt the chocolate in a double boiler.
- Once melted, remove from heat and fold in the syrup and salt.
- Continue folding until completely combined; it will become a dough.
- Let cool to room temperature.
- Toss the dough out on a cutting board and slice into rolls.
- Roll and wrap the rolls in candy paper.
- Store at room temperature.
Notes
- For easier rolling, chill the dough slightly after it cools to room temperature.
- If Lyles Golden Syrup is unavailable, corn syrup can be used as a substitute.
- Store homemade Tootsie Rolls in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 weeks.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 roll
- Calories: 100
- Sugar: 10
- Sodium: 10
- Fat: 6
- Saturated Fat: 4
- Unsaturated Fat: 2
- Carbohydrates: 12
- Fiber: 1
- Protein: 1
- Cholesterol: 5
Frequently Asked Questions
What exactly are homemade tootsies?
Tootsies are small, chewy chocolate candies inspired by the classic Tootsie Roll. They’re made by cooking a simple mixture on the stovetop and rolling it into bite-sized pieces once cooled enough to handle.
How long do homemade tootsies keep, and how should I store them?
Store them in an airtight container at room temperature. They’ll stay fresh and chewy for about one to two weeks, though they rarely last that long.
Can I adjust the size or shape of the tootsies?
Yes. You can roll them into traditional log shapes, cut them into squares, or even press them into candy molds. Just work quickly while the mixture is still pliable.
