Best 2 Honeycomb Candy Hokey Pokey Recipes

Welcome to the delectable world of honeycomb candy hokey pokey, a sweet and crunchy treat that tantalizes taste buds and brings a smile to faces. With its golden-brown hue, airy texture, and irresistible honeycomb pattern, this confection is a true masterpiece. Whether you're a seasoned baker or a culinary novice, this article will guide you through the steps of creating this delightful treat in the comfort of your own kitchen.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

HONEYCOMB CANDY - AKA HOKEY-POKEY OR SPONGE CANDY

Honeycomb Candy - Aka Hokey-Pokey or Sponge Candy image

A response to a recipe request, here's a delicious old fashioned treat! Requires a candy thermometer. Best if you've made candy previous to using this recipe, as this one can be a little daunting, but hey, if you're adventurous have a go at it! ;)

Provided by Julesong

Categories Candy

Time 20m

Yield 1 batch

Number Of Ingredients 6

Ingredients

1 1/2 cups sugar
1/3 cup corn syrup
1/3 cup honey
1/3 cup water
2 teaspoons baking soda, finely sifted
chocolate, for coating (optional)

Steps:

In a saucepan, combine the sugar, corn syrup, honey, and water, and using a wooden spoon, stir constantly over low heat until the sugar is fully dissolved.
Put candy thermometer into the mixture to monitor temperature, increase the heat and boil mixture to exactly 270 degrees F (132C).
Reduce heat to as low as possible and maintain the temperature 270F for exactly 15 minutes.
It is very important that the temperature of the mixture does not fluctuate; if the temperature begins to rise, remove the pan from heat occasionally to reduce the heat.
After the temperature has been maintained for 15 minutes, remove the pan from heat, take out the thermometer, and allow the bubbles to subside.
Using a wooden spoon, quickly stir in finely sifted baking soda.
Immediately and quickly pour the mixture into a large oiled baking dish.
(Please note, important: the pouring step requires strength and you'll be handling extremely hot liquids; if you're not strong and agile enough you might want to leave that step to a strong and able assistant.) When candy has completely cooled, remove from pan and break into pieces.
Many lovers of honeycomb candy like to coat the pieces in chocolate- you can dunk the pieces into melted chocolate if you like.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 1794.2, Sodium 2525.3, Carbohydrate 471.4, Fiber 0.2, Sugar 419.6, Protein 0.3

HONEYCOMB CANDY (HOKEY POKEY) - NIGELLA LAWSON

Honeycomb Candy (Hokey Pokey) - Nigella Lawson image

From Nigella Lawson's "Nigella Express" episode "On The Run". Makes a great hostess gift.

Provided by DrGaellon

Categories Candy

Time 25m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 3

Ingredients

1/2 cup white sugar
4 tablespoons golden syrup or 4 tablespoons dark corn syrup
1/2 tablespoon baking soda

Steps:

Stir sugar and syrup together in a cold pan. Put over medium-high heat; from this point, do NOT stir, but only swirl the pan. Cook until golden and thick, and bubbles are beginning to mount.
Turn off heat and add baking soda. Whisk vigorously. Pour onto a silicone liner (Silpat) and let stand 15 minutes. Smash into large pieces.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 79.5, Sodium 241.6, Carbohydrate 20.9, Sugar 15.4

Tips:

Use a heavy-bottomed saucepan: This will help to distribute the heat evenly and prevent the sugar from burning.
Have all of your ingredients measured and ready to go before you start cooking: This will help to prevent mistakes and ensure that you don't end up with a burnt mess.
Cook the sugar mixture over medium heat: This will help to prevent the sugar from crystallizing.
Do not stir the sugar mixture while it is cooking: This will also cause the sugar to crystallize.
Once the sugar mixture reaches the desired color, immediately remove it from the heat and pour it onto a greased baking sheet: Work quickly, as the sugar will start to harden as it cools.
Let the honeycomb candy cool completely before breaking it into pieces: This will help to prevent it from sticking to your hands.

Conclusion:

Honeycomb candy is a delicious and easy-to-make treat that is perfect for any occasion. With just a few simple ingredients, you can create a sweet and crunchy candy that everyone will love. So next time you're looking for a fun and easy dessert, give honeycomb candy a try!