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    Home » Recipes for Toddlers & Kids » Honey Joys | Kids Party Food

    Honey Joys | Kids Party Food

    Published: Mar 15, 2021 · Modified: Oct 12, 2021 by Lucy · This post may contain affiliate links · 7 Comments

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    Close up picture of two whole Honey Joys.

    Honey Joys are crunchy and sweet little snacks that have become part of our Australian culture for decades. With the goodness of Corn Flakes, honey, butter and sugar, they couldn’t be easier to make!

    Close up of a Honey Joy in a blue paper case.

    Honey Joys are a simple and budget-friendly treat that are a must-have at any Australian kid’s party!

    Add a batch of Yoyos to the sweet menu, and mini bacon and egg quiches and homemade sausage rolls for a savoury twist!

    These yummy party food recipes are ideal for little fingers and are always a hit.

    Five Honey Joys in coloured cases with a box of Corn Flakes in the background.

    Why You're Going To Love This Recipe

    These are a little taste of childhood for many adults and are popular with all ages.

    “Definitely a must make! Honey Joys are super delicious but if you make them with this recipe they are 10x better!”

    • Just four ingredients – Corn Flakes, honey, butter and sugar.
    • Quick and easy – There is very little preparation involved, and simple, pantry ingredients.
    • Great as a lunchbox treat – If there are any leftover Honey Joys, they are a welcome addition to any lunchbox and are always happily eaten! 
    • You can dress them up! – Add some 100s and 1000s to make them into “Fairy Honey Joys”.  100s and 1000s are tiny little multicoloured balls of confectionery, and are also known as Sprinkles or Jimmies depending on where you live!
    A pile of Honey Joys in coloured paper cases.

    What You Need

    Note: Scroll to the recipe card at the bottom for the ingredients, quantities and full detailed method. 

    • Corn Flakes – This is a breakfast cereal, made from crispy, golden flakes of sun-ripened corn. Made by Kellogg’s, it is available worldwide!
    • Honey - The honey will impart its distinct flavour as well as its sweetness, so choose a variety that you enjoy the taste of!  This original recipe, using honey, is by far the best, but if you have dietary restrictions to cater for, there are vegan recipes that substitute it with rice malt syrup.
    • Butter – Either salted or unsalted butter will be suitable in this recipe.
    • Caster Sugar – Known as superfine sugar in some parts of the world, this is an essential part of the glaze. Don't reduce or omit the sugar as the glaze will not harden after baking without it!
    The 4 ingredients in Honey Joys in bowls on  a marble bench.

    How To Make Honey Joys

    Note: Scroll to the recipe card at the bottom for the ingredients, quantities and full detailed method

    Make The Glaze

    Combine the butter, sugar and honey in a large microwave-safe bowl.

    The Honey Joys glaze ingredients - honey, butter & sugar, in a glass bowl.

    Microwave on 50% power for 3-4 minutes, to mostly dissolve the sugar into the melted butter. 

    Melted butter, caster sugar and honey in a glass bowl.

    Add The Corn Flakes

    Gently stir the Corn Flakes into the glaze to coat them.

    Corn Flakes being combined into the glaze.

    Spoon Into Cases And Bake

    Spoon the mixture into muffin holes lined with paper cases, filling them to ⅔ capacity.

    Honey Joys mixture being spooned into paper cases in a baking tray.

    Bake in the preheated oven for 10 minutes.  

    The Honey Joys will only have a very slightly darker colour; they should not be brown.

    Cool On A Wire Rack

    Let the Honey Joys cool completely on a wire rack.

    Although it is tempting, don’t crunch into one too early! The glaze can remain hot for quite a while, even if the surface is cool to the touch.

    A Honey Joy in a yellow case in front of more Honey Joys in blue cases.

    Expert Tips And FAQ

    Is there a substitute for Corn Flakes?

    Corn Flakes are an essential ingredient in Honey Joys, so if you have dietary restrictions to consider with regard to corn, my Chocolate Crackles would be a better option.

    Why do I need sugar if I’m using honey?

    The sugar in this recipe is an essential part of the glaze that holds the Honey Joys together once they have been baked.  The recipe will not work without sugar.

    Do I have to use paper cases?

    Yes, this is essential to the success of the Honey Joys. The glaze is very sticky and no matter how well you grease the muffin tins, they will stick unless the mixture is contained in a paper case.

    Can I make Honey Joys ahead of time?

    Yes, you can make them ahead of time as long as you store them appropriately.

    What’s the best way to store Honey Joys?

    Honey Joys need to be stored in an airtight container in the fridge so that they retain their crunch; and can be kept for up to 1 week.

    Can Honey Joys be stored at room temperature?

    Honey Joys hold their shape and crunch better when stored in the fridge, but you can store them at room temperature if the weather is cool.

    Can Honey Joys be frozen?

    Honey Joys are not suitable to freeze.  

    A pile of Honey Joys in yellow and blue paper cases.

    More Party Food Recipes

    If you're hosting a party soon, there are a few easy, fun and kid-approved recipes on my website that I can highly recommend!

    • Tiny Teddy Racing Cars - cute little "cars" made using Milky Way chocolate bars, Smarties and Arnott's Tiny Teddies. They are so quick and easy and they can even be a fun party activity!
    • Tic Toc Tea Cup Biscuits - gorgeous little tea cups; made using Arnott's Tic Toc biscuits, marshmallows, Allen's freckles (bite-size milk chocolate pieces sprinkled with 100s and 1000s) and Life Savers (flavoured candy-with-a-hole); are a sweet treat that no-one can resist.
    • Homemade Mini Jam Tarts - these tiny tarts with their sweet jam filling (make a variety of colours with different flavours!) and buttery melt-in-your-mouth pastry will make a colourful and delicious finger food option.
    • Healthy Chicken and Vegetable Nuggets - a simple snack that you can freeze and reheat, this universally loved finger food is a guaranteed winner at kids' parties.

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    A honey joy in a yellow paper case.

    Honey Joys

    Honey Joys are crunchy and sweet little morsels that have been part of Australian culture for decades. With the goodness of Corn Flakes, honey, butter and sugar, they couldn’t be easier to make!
    5 from 5 votes
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    Course: kids recipes, party food
    Cuisine: kids party food
    Prep Time: 5 minutes
    Cook Time: 10 minutes
    Total Time: 15 minutes
    Servings: 24 serves
    Calories: 57kcal
    Author: Lucy - Bake Play Smile

    Ingredients

    • 90 g butter
    • 80 g caster sugar (⅓ cup) (See notes)
    • 1 tbs honey
    • 100 g Corn Flakes (4 cups)
    Metric - US Customary

    Instructions

    Conventional Method

    • Preheat oven to 150 degrees celsius (fan-forced). Line 2 x 12-hole muffin tins with paper cases and set aside until needed.
    • To make the glaze, combine the butter, sugar and honey in a large microwave-safe bowl.
    • Melt on 50% power for 3-4 minutes, stirring every 30 seconds, until the butter is melted and the sugar is mostly dissolved.
    • Gently stir the Corn Flakes into the glaze until they’re nicely coated.
    • Spoon the mixture into the prepared muffin tins, filling each paper case to ⅔ capacity. (See notes)
    • Bake in the preheated oven for 10 minutes. The Honey Joys will have a very slightly darker colour; they are not meant to be brown.
    • Leave the Honey Joys to cool in the tins for about 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
    • Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 1 week.  (See notes)

    Thermomix Method

    • Preheat oven to 150 degrees celsius (fan-forced). Line 2 x 12-hole muffin tins with paper cases and set aside until needed.
    • Place the butter, sugar and honey into the Thermomix bowl. Melt for 3 minutes, 90 degrees, Speed 2.
    • Add the Corn Flakes and mix for 10 seconds, REVERSE, Speed 2, using the spatula (through the measuring cup hole) to aid mixing.
    • Spoon the mixture into the prepared muffin tins, filling each paper case to ⅔ capacity. (See notes)
    • Bake in the preheated oven for 10 minutes. The Honey Joys will have a very slightly darker colour; they are not meant to be brown.
    • Leave the Honey Joys to cool in the tins for about 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
    • Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 1 week.  (See notes)

    Notes

     

    Ingredients Information

    Butter - Either salted or unsalted butter will be suitable in this recipe.
    Sugar - The sugar in this recipe is the part of the glaze that holds the Honey Joys together once they are baked.  Don't be tempted to reduce or omit it!
    Honey - The honey will impart its distinct flavour as well as its sweetness, so choose a variety that you enjoy the taste of! 
    Corn Flakes - These are an essential ingredient in Honey Joys, so if you have dietary restrictions to consider with regard to corn, my Chocolate Crackles would be a better option.

     

    Recipe Notes And Tips

    Lining the muffin tins with paper cases or liners is essential to the success of the Honey Joys. The glaze is very sticky and no matter how well you grease the muffin tins, they will stick unless the mixture is contained in a paper case.
    If desired, you can add some 100s and 1000s (sprinkles) to the Honey Joys before baking them!
    Honey Joys hold their shape and crunch better when stored in the fridge, but you can store them at room temperature if the weather is cool.
    Honey Joys are not suitable to freeze.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 57kcal | Carbohydrates: 7g | Protein: 0g | Fat: 3g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 8mg | Sodium: 57mg | Potassium: 7mg | Fiber: 0g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 170IU | Vitamin C: 0.9mg | Calcium: 1mg | Iron: 1.2mg
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    Comments

    1. Thelio51

      February 01, 2023 at 10:32 am

      Hello, I am baking them now but hade to find the conversion for temp.which is 150°C=300°F

      Reply
    2. Stella

      July 14, 2020 at 5:00 pm

      5 stars
      Definetly a must make! Honey Joys are super delicious but if you make it with this recipe they are 10x better!

      Reply
      • Lucy

        July 14, 2020 at 8:57 pm

        Thank you so much Stella!

        Reply
    3. Emma

      January 17, 2020 at 11:33 am

      So yummy and easy to make!!! Turned out perfect

      Reply
      • Lucy

        January 17, 2020 at 1:20 pm

        That's fantastic!

        Reply
        • Kellie

          April 03, 2022 at 2:35 pm

          5 stars
          So delicious. My daughter was counting down the minutes until they came out of the oven! 5 stars.

          Reply
          • Lucy

            April 04, 2022 at 8:01 am

            That's so great!

            Reply

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