Honey Joys Recipe
155kcal
Ingredients
- 4 cups Kellogg's Corn Flakes
- 6 tablespoons 90 g unsalted butter
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon golden syrup optional
- 1 pinch salt
- Optional Toppings
- Rainbow sprinkles
- Mini chocolate chips
- White or dark chocolate drizzle
- Chopped almonds or pecans
- Halloween sprinkles for Halloween Honey Joys
Equipment
- Large mixing bowl
- Medium saucepan
- Wooden spoon or silicone spatula
- Measuring cups
- Measuring spoons
- Muffin tin
- 12 paper cupcake liners
- Baking tray (optional)
- Cooling rack
Method
- Preheat the oven to 300°F (150°C) and line a 12-cup muffin pan with paper cupcake liners.
- Add the butter, honey, sugar, golden syrup (if using), and salt to a saucepan.
- Heat over medium-low heat, stirring continuously until the butter melts and the mixture becomes smooth.
- Place the cornflakes in a large mixing bowl.
- Pour the warm honey mixture over the cornflakes.
- Gently fold everything together until the cereal is evenly coated without crushing the flakes.
- Divide the mixture evenly between the cupcake liners.
- Lightly press each mound to help it hold its shape.
- Bake for 8–10 minutes, or until lightly golden.
- Remove from the oven and let the Honey Joys cool completely before serving.
Nutrition
Serving35gCalories155kcalCarbohydrates22gProtein1gFat7gSaturated Fat4gPolyunsaturated Fat0.3gMonounsaturated Fat1gCholesterol17mgSodium165mgPotassium45mgFiber0.7gSugar11gVitamin A240IUVitamin C5mgCalcium3mgIron2.4mg
Notes
- Fresh cornflakes produce the crispiest texture.
- Avoid boiling the honey mixture, as it can become too thick or burn.
- Fold the cereal gently to keep the flakes crunchy.
- Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.
- Freeze for up to 2 months in a freezer-safe container.
- For a festive version, decorate with colored sprinkles or candy after baking.
- Each serving contains approximately 150 calories, depending on ingredient brands and portion size.