Scottish Tablet is one of Scotland’s most beloved traditional confections—often mistaken for fudge, but proudly its own thing. Lighter in color, firmer in texture, and irresistibly sweet, tablet has a distinctive crumbly bite that melts on the tongue. It’s a staple at holidays, weddings, and tea tables, passed down through generations and made with just a handful of humble ingredients.
Despite its old-world reputation, Scottish tablet is surprisingly simple to make at home—no candy thermometer required if you’re careful and patient.
What Makes Scottish Tablet Different from Fudge?
While both are milk-based sweets, tablet stands apart because it is:
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Crumbly rather than creamy
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Sweeter and firmer
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Made by boiling sugar and milk longer
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Beaten vigorously to create its signature texture
That beating step is what gives tablet its unique, slightly grainy structure that melts away as you eat it.
Classic Scottish Tablet Recipe
Ingredients (Makes about 25–30 pieces)
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4 cups granulated sugar
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1 cup whole milk
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1 can (14 oz) sweetened condensed milk
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4 tbsp unsalted butter
Optional:
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1 tsp vanilla extract
How to Make Scottish Tablet
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