Crunchy Honeycomb Candy
A quick and easy homemade honeycomb candy recipe that delivers a sweet, buttery crunch with a nostalgic flavor. Perfect for gifting, potlucks, or a fun treat for kids.
- Prep Time: 7 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 17 minutes
- Yield: About 12 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Cuisine: British
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup (200 g) granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup (85 g) golden syrup
- 2 tablespoons (42 g) honey
- 1 1/2 teaspoons (7 g) baking soda
- 2 tablespoons (30 ml) water
- 1 tablespoon (14 g) unsalted butter, melted (optional)
Instructions
- Line a 9×13 inch (23×33 cm) baking tray with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat. Measure baking soda and have it ready.
- In a heavy-bottomed saucepan, combine granulated sugar, golden syrup, honey, and water. Stir gently to combine without splashing sugar crystals on the sides.
- Place the pan over medium heat and stir occasionally until sugar dissolves. Stop stirring and clip a candy thermometer to the pan. Let syrup bubble until it reaches 300°F (150°C), the hard crack stage, about 8-10 minutes. Watch carefully to avoid burning; syrup should be rich amber.
- Remove pan from heat and immediately sprinkle in baking soda. Stir briskly but gently as mixture foams and grows light and airy.
- Pour the foamy mixture immediately onto the prepared baking tray. Do not spread; let it flow naturally to keep bubbly texture.
- Allow honeycomb candy to cool and harden at room temperature for about 1 hour. Avoid refrigeration to maintain crunch.
- Once set, break honeycomb into bite-sized chunks using hands or a rolling pin. Store in an airtight container.
Notes
Use fresh baking soda for best bubbly texture. Avoid stirring after sugar dissolves to prevent graininess. Work quickly when adding baking soda and pouring mixture. Cool at room temperature to maintain crunch. For dairy-free, omit butter or use vegan alternative. Golden syrup preferred over corn syrup for richer flavor. Optional flavor additions include cinnamon or vanilla extract after baking soda addition.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece (about 15 g)
- Calories: 70
- Sugar: 15
- Sodium: 10
- Fat: 0.5
- Saturated Fat: 0.3
- Carbohydrates: 18
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