Honeycomb
By OcadoLife
Published on 21 March 2025
Ever wondered how to make that crunchy delight Honeycomb – great fun to cook with kids. Chef, food stylist and author of Good Time Cooking Rosie Mackean shares her golden rules for perfect results every time. Crumble it over your favourite ice cream or a sweet and creamy pud, like Rosie’s Coffee Mousse or just smash it into chunks and munch away. Time and servings
15 minsTotal time
6Servings
5 minsPrep time
10 minsCooking time
Ingredients
- 100g caster sugar
- 3 tbsp golden syrup
- 1 tsp bicarbonate of soda
Method
Step 1
Line a small tin or baking dish with non-stick baking paper; set aside. Take a high-sided pan and add the sugar, golden syrup and 1 tbsp water. Heat gently on a low heat, swirling the pan occasionally, until the sugar has fully dissolved.Step 2
Take the pan off the heat; immediately add the bicarb and stir vigorously with a wooden spoon for 10-15 secs. The mixture will bubble up and froth – this is normal!Step 3
Let the mixture continue bubbling until it turns a vivid golden colour – keep an eye on it so it doesn’t burn.Step 4
Quickly pour the mixture into the prepared tin. It will continue to bubble and puff for a moment before settling down. Let it cool and harden – this takes around 30 mins.Step 5
Remove the honeycomb from the tray; break it into chunks. Store in a lined airtight container for 1-2 weeks.