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Honey Joys Recipe

Honey Joys Recipe

This simple Honey Joys Recipe is an informal Australian confectionary made out of cereal, honey, butter, and sugar. There are golden, bite-sized treats that are so easy to make and perfect for birthday parties, school functions, afternoon tea time with friends, or family gatherings. Easy to make at home, homemade honey joys are a hit with kids and adults alike (delicious, crunchy texture from kitchen cupboard staples).
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 24
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: Australian
Calories: 120
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 4 cups cornflakes
  • 90 grams butter
  • 2 tablespoons honey
  • ½ cup sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract optional

Equipment

  • Medium saucepan
  • Large mixing bowl
  • Wooden spoon or spatula
  • Muffin tray
  • Cupcake cases
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Oven

Method
 

  1. Prepare the oven and tray: Preheat your oven to 150°C (300°F). Place cupcake cases into a muffin tray.
    Honey Joys Recipe
  2. Prepare the honey butter mixture: Add butter, honey, and sugar into a saucepan. Heat gently while stirring until the butter melts and the mixture becomes smooth.
  3. Mix with cornflakes: Place cornflakes in a large bowl. Pour the warm honey mixture over the cornflakes and gently mix until all cornflakes are evenly coated.
  4. Fill cupcake cases: Spoon the mixture into cupcake cases, making sure each one has an even amount.
  5. Bake the honey joys: Bake for around 10 minutes or until the tops become lightly golden.
  6. Cool and serve: Remove from the oven and allow the honey joys to cool completely before serving. Cooling helps them become firm and crunchy.
    Honey Joys Recipe

Notes

  • Use fresh cornflakes for the best crunchy texture.
  • Avoid boiling the honey mixture for too long, as it may make the honey joys too hard.
  • Mix gently to prevent crushing the cornflakes.
  • Allow the treats to cool completely before storing.
  • Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days.
  • Add sprinkles, chocolate drizzle, or nuts for fun variations.
  • For a gluten-free option, use certified gluten-free cornflakes.
  • This recipe makes approximately 24 honey joys, depending on the size of each serving.
Honey Joys Recipe
Nutrition Information (per serving, estimated):
Calories: 120 kcal | Carbohydrates: 18g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 5g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Sodium: 80mg | Potassium: 25mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 10g | Vitamin A: 150IU | Vitamin C: 0mg | Calcium: 5mg | Iron: 1mg