Instructions:
- Combine Dry Ingredients:
- In a large bowl, sift together the cocoa powder, powdered sugar, and dry milk powder.
- Prepare Wet Ingredients:
- In a separate microwave-safe bowl, combine the light corn syrup, softened butter, vanilla extract, and salt.
- Microwave the mixture for about 1 minute or until the butter is melted and the mixture is smooth when stirred.
- Mix Ingredients Together:
- Pour the wet ingredients into the bowl with the dry ingredients.
- Stir with a wooden spoon until the mixture starts to come together.
- Knead the Dough:
- Dust a clean surface with powdered sugar and transfer the mixture onto it.
- Knead the mixture with your hands until it becomes smooth and pliable, like a dough. If the mixture is too sticky, add more powdered sugar as needed.
- Form and Cut Tootsie Rolls:
- Once the dough is smooth, divide it into small portions and roll each portion into a log about 1/2 inch in diameter.
- Cut the logs into bite-sized pieces.
- Wrap and Store:
- Wrap each piece individually in wax paper or plastic wrap to keep them from sticking together.
- Store your homemade Tootsie Rolls in an airtight container at room temperature. They should stay fresh for several weeks.
