Ever Tried Making Honeycomb Toffee at Home?
Honeycomb toffee, also known as sponge toffee, cinder toffee, or hokey pokey (in New Zealand), is a crunchy, airy candy that literally melts in your mouth. But here’s the twist: once you’ve made the classic version, try topping it with our Lowrey Macadamia Butter Toffee Crunché — the texture contrast and buttery crunch will blow your mind.
If you’re here searching for a foolproof honeycomb toffee recipe, you’re in the right place — and we’ve added a gourmet twist.
🥄 What You’ll Need (Basic Honeycomb Toffee)
Ingredients:
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200g (1 cup) granulated sugar
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5 tbsp golden syrup (or light corn syrup)
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2 tsp baking soda (sifted)
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Optional: 1 tsp vanilla extract
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For topping: Crushed Macadamia Butter Toffee Crunché (available here)
🔥 Step-by-Step Instructions
✅ Step 1: Prep Your Tray
Line a baking tray with parchment paper or lightly grease with butter. Have your sifted baking soda ready — timing is key.
✅ Step 2: Melt Sugar & Syrup
In a deep saucepan, mix the sugar and golden syrup. Stir over medium heat until the sugar dissolves. Then stop stirringand let it boil until it reaches 150°C (hard crack stage) — around 5–7 minutes.
Pro tip: The mixture should turn deep amber and smell caramelised — don’t overcook or it’ll burn.
✅ Step 3: The Magic Moment
Remove from heat and quickly whisk in the baking soda. It’ll foam up instantly — pour into the tray immediately.
✅ Step 4: Let It Set
Leave untouched for 1–2 hours until fully set and crisp. Don’t refrigerate — it may go soft.
✅ Step 5: Add a Gourmet Crunch
Once cool, break the honeycomb into shards. Sprinkle crushed Lowrey Macadamia Butter Toffee Crunché over the top, or dip shards in melted chocolate and press the toffee bits in for a luxury finish.
🌰 Why Add Macadamia Butter Toffee Crunché?
Because it’s not just sugar and crunch — it’s:
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38% macadamias for a premium nutty bite
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French-style caramelised coating for deep flavour
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30% less sugar than standard toffee
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A NZ-made, small-batch snack that elevates any dessert or candy recipe
Whether you're making gifts, DIY snack jars, or something to serve at a dinner party, the combo of airy honeycomb and buttery macadamia crunch is unforgettable.
🍬 Storage Tips
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Store your homemade honeycomb toffee in an airtight container in a cool, dry place.
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Avoid humidity! It’ll go sticky fast.
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If using our Crunché topping, keep it sealed separately and only sprinkle before serving to retain maximum crispness.
🎁 Gifting Idea
Pack shards of honeycomb and Macadamia Toffee Crunché into clear bags or tins. Tie with a ribbon and you’ve got the perfect handmade treat with a gourmet edge — ideal for birthdays, holidays, or client gifts.
🛒 Where to Get the Toffee Crunché?
You can order our Macadamia Butter Toffee Crunché directly from our official store — we offer fast DHL shipping to more than 60 countries worldwide, including NZ, AU, US, CA, and SG.
✅ FAQs
Q: Can I use other syrups besides golden syrup?
A: Yes — light corn syrup or glucose syrup works too. But golden syrup gives the most authentic flavour.
Q: Is this gluten-free?
A: The honeycomb recipe is gluten-free. Check labels for all ingredients. Our Macadamia Butter Toffee Crunché is also gluten-free.
Q: Can I skip the topping?
A: You could… but why would you? The macadamia crunch takes it next level. Trust us.
💬 Final Thoughts
There’s something deeply satisfying about making your own honeycomb toffee — and something even better about taking it up a notch with Lowrey’s Macadamia Butter Toffee Crunché. Whether you’re a foodie, baker, or just toffee-curious, this is the snack crossover you didn’t know you needed.
➡️ Ready to try it?
👉 Order your Crunché here
👉 More toffee recipes & dessert ideas here
