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Butterscotch chips
Calories & nutrition facts
confectioner's coating
Nutrition facts
Per 100 g% DV- Calories 539 kcal —
- Protein 2.2 g 4%
- Carbohydrate 67 g 24%
- Fat 29 g 37%
- Saturated fat 24 g 121%
- Fibre 0 g 0%
- Sugars 67 g —
- Sodium 89 mg 4%
- Cholesterol 0 mg 0%
Vitamins & minerals
Per 100 g% DVVitamins
- Vitamin A 0 µg 0%
- Vitamin C 0.1 mg 0%
- Vitamin D 0 µg 0%
- Vitamin E 0.68 mg 5%
- Vitamin K 6.5 µg 5%
- Thiamin (B1) 0.02 mg 1%
- Riboflavin (B2) 0.08 mg 6%
- Niacin (B3) 0.05 mg 0%
- Pantothenic acid (B5) 0.15 mg 3%
- Vitamin B6 0.02 mg 1%
- Folate (B9) 1 µg 0%
- Vitamin B12 0.1 µg 4%
- Choline 10.9 mg 2%
Minerals
- Calcium 34 mg 3%
- Iron 0.08 mg 0%
- Magnesium 5 mg 1%
- Phosphorus 31 mg 2%
- Potassium 64 mg 1%
- Zinc 0.11 mg 1%
- Copper 0 mg 0%
- Manganese 0 mg 0%
- Selenium 1.3 µg 2%
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Questions about Butterscotch chips
What are butterscotch chips made of?
They are small, sweet pieces made to taste of butterscotch, commonly using sugar, vegetable fat and flavourings; some varieties include dairy ingredients. They are designed to hold their shape in baking, unlike a sauce or topping.
How do you stop butterscotch chips sinking in cookies?
Toss them with a teaspoon of the recipe’s flour before folding them into the dough, and chill the dough for about 30 minutes. Bake until the edges are set; the chips soften but generally keep their shape.
Can you melt butterscotch chips?
Yes, but melt them gently: microwave in a dry bowl in 15-second bursts, stirring each time, or use a heatproof bowl over barely simmering water. They can seize if overheated or if water gets into them; stir in a little neutral oil if the melted mixture is too thick for drizzling.
What can you bake with butterscotch chips?
They work well in cookies, blondies, flapjacks and banana bread. Pair their caramel-like sweetness with oats, chopped pecans, dark chocolate or a pinch of salt.
Can you use butterscotch chips instead of chocolate chips?
Yes, in cookies, muffins and traybakes, swapping them in the same amount; expect a sweeter, buttery caramel flavour rather than chocolate. For a less sweet result, replace only half the chocolate chips.
Are butterscotch chips the same as butterscotch sweets?
No. Chips are made for baking and usually contain considerably more fat, while hard butterscotch sweets are mostly sugar and can dissolve into a recipe rather than keeping little pockets of flavour.
How should you store butterscotch chips?
Keep them sealed in a cool, dry cupboard, away from sunlight and strong-smelling foods. Refrigeration is usually unnecessary and can cause condensation when the packet is opened.
Do butterscotch chips contain dairy?
Some do, but recipes differ: chips may contain milk ingredients, while others use non-dairy fats. If you need to avoid milk or another allergen, read the ingredient and allergen information on the specific packet.
Source: Canadian Nutrient File 4153 · per 100 g · carbohydrate per EU label, fibre excluded
