Homemade Honeycomb Candy
Learn how to make delicious homemade honeycomb candy in just 20 minutes. This easy recipe creates light, airy honeycomb with baking soda foam.
Equipment
- baking sheet
- parchment paper
- medium saucepan
- candy thermometer
- whisk
- knife
- cutting board
- measuring cups
- measuring spoons
Ingredients
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup light corn syrup
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 tablespoon water
- 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and set it aside.
- In a medium saucepan, combine the sugar, corn syrup, and water. Stir gently over medium heat until the sugar dissolves completely.
- Once the sugar has dissolved, stop stirring and let the mixture come to a boil. Continue boiling until it reaches 300°F on a candy thermometer, about 5-7 minutes. The mixture will turn a golden amber color.
- Remove the saucepan from the heat and quickly whisk in the baking soda. The mixture will foam up and become light and airy.
- Immediately pour the foamy mixture onto the prepared baking sheet. Do not spread it out; let it flow naturally into a thin layer.
- Allow the honeycomb to cool completely at room temperature, about 30 minutes. Once cooled, break it into irregular pieces by hand or with a knife.
Notes
Do not spread the mixture after pouring; let it flow naturally for the best texture.