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Get ready to satisfy your sweet tooth on National I Want Butterscotch Day, which occurs on October 21! This delicious and underrated treat has been around since the mid-19th century and is often associated with Scotland, where it was first made. Butterscotch comes in many forms, from hard candies to soft caramels to creamy sauces, making it a versatile and irresistible dessert option. So why not indulge in some butterscotch goodness on this special day? You deserve it!
<div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1851</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Butterscotch Invention</div><div class='timeline-text'>The sweet treat butterscotch was first created in 1851, making its initial appearance in the city of Doncaster in England.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1900</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Butterscotch Candy Boom</div><div class='timeline-text'>With the dawn of the 20th century, butterscotch candies gained exponential popularity across the globe, becoming a classic sweet delight.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1930</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Introduction to Dessert Recipes</div><div class='timeline-text'>In the 1930s, butterscotch was introduced as a prime ingredient in baking and dessert recipes, further expanding its reach and delighting taste buds.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1990</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Butterscotch in Ice Cream</div><div class='timeline-text'>By 1990, butterscotch flavor took a prime spot in frozen desserts, with butterscotch ripple becoming a popular ice cream variety.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2016</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>National 'I Want Butterscotch' Day</div><div class='timeline-text'>In 2016, National 'I Want Butterscotch' Day was officially recognized, celebrated annually on February 15th to pay homage to this delightful treat.</div></div></div>
<div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>1</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Bake your own butterscotch treats</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Get in the kitchen and whip up some homemade butterscotch goodies! Try making butterscotch cookies, brownies, or even a decadent cake to celebrate this delicious day.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>2</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Try a new butterscotch flavored drink</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Mix things up by trying a new butterscotch flavored drink. You could make a butterscotch latte, hot chocolate, or even a butterscotch cocktail for a tasty way to celebrate.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>3</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Visit a local candy shop</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Take a trip to your nearest candy store and stock up on all things butterscotch. From hard candies to fudge and everything in between, you'll be sure to find some delicious treats to enjoy on this special day.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>4</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Host a butterscotch themed party</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Invite friends and family over for a butterscotch themed party! Have everyone bring their favorite butterscotch dish to share and enjoy a sweet and fun evening together.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>5</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Create a butterscotch dessert tasting menu</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Challenge yourself to come up with a variety of different butterscotch desserts and create a tasting menu for you and your loved ones to enjoy. This is a great way to try new recipes and indulge in your love for butterscotch.</p></div></div>
<div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>A</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>Butterscotch is the perfect combination of sweet and savory</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Butterscotch is a unique flavor that combines the sweetness of caramel with the richness of butter. It's the perfect balance of salty and sweet, making it a delicious addition to a variety of desserts and even some savory dishes.</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>B</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>Butterscotch is nostalgic</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>For many people, butterscotch brings back fond childhood memories - whether it was eating butterscotch candies or enjoying it as a topping on ice cream sundaes. Celebrating I Want Butterscotch Day can be a way to relive those happy moments from our past.</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>C</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>It's an excuse to indulge</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Let's face it - sometimes we all just want something sweet and indulgent. National I Want Butterscotch Day gives us the perfect excuse to treat ourselves to our favorite butterscotch treats, guilt-free! So go ahead and indulge in a butterscotch dessert or drink - you deserve it!</p></div></div>
<div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>1</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Butterscotch is Older Than You Think</h3><p class='facts-content'>First mentioned in print in 1848, butterscotch has been delighting taste buds for over a century. Its traditional recipe called for boiling sugar with butter to create a crunchy confection.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>2</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>England is the Birthplace of Butterscotch</h3><p class='facts-content'>Butterscotch comes from the town of Doncaster in England. The term "butterscotch" was first recorded there when confectioner Samuel Parkinson began making the sweet treat in 1817.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>3</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Not All Butterscotch Candies Contain Butter</h3><p class='facts-content'>Despite the name, many commercially produced butterscotch candies do not contain any butter. Most contain hydrogenated oils, which have a longer shelf life.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>4</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Butterscotch Flavour is used in Diverse Delicacies</h3><p class='facts-content'>Apart from sweets and hard candies, Butterscotch's unique combination of sweet and savory is also used in pies, sauces, puddings, and even beverages like lattes and cocktails.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>5</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>The Origins of the Name 'Butterscotch' is a Mystery</h3><p class='facts-content'>Though many theories exist, no one is quite sure why the confection is called "butterscotch." Some suggest "scotch" means "score," a term for cutting sweets into pieces, while others believe it may refer to Scotland.</p></div></div>
National I Want Butterscotch Day is celebrated on February 15th every year. In 2024, it will occur on a Thursday.
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