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To soften Tootsie Rolls for rolling out, place them in a microwave-safe bowl and heat in 10-second intervals until soft. Alternatively, you can also place them in a bowl covered with a damp paper towel and microwave for 30 seconds. Just be careful not to overheat them, as they can become too sticky.
You will need a rolling pin, a flat surface such as a cutting board or silicone mat, and powdered sugar or cornstarch for dusting.
You should aim to roll out your Tootsie Rolls to about 1/8 inch thickness. This will allow them to hold their shape without being too thick or difficult to work with.
Yes, you can add food coloring to your Tootsie Rolls while rolling them out to create different colors. Just be sure to add the food coloring gradually and knead it into the Tootsie Rolls until evenly distributed.
To prevent your Tootsie Rolls from sticking to the surface while rolling them out, lightly dust your rolling surface with powdered sugar or cornstarch. You can also dust your hands with powdered sugar to prevent them from sticking to the Tootsie Rolls.