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a white ramekin filled with Coffee Crunch Honeycomb Candy
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Coffee Crunch Honeycomb Candy

This Coffee Crunch Honeycomb Candy can be added to cakes, ice cream cakes, or even as an ice cream topping. It is an easy crunchy candy with a subtle coffee flavor.
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Cool Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings 24 servings
Calories 58kcal
Author Meghan

Equipment

  • digital candy thermometer
  • nonstick baking mat such as a SILPAT

Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon baking soda
  • 1½ cup sugar
  • ¼ cup strong brewed coffee or espresso
  • ¼ cup light corn syrup

Instructions

  • Sift baking soda onto a piece of parchment paper. Set aside.
    sifted baking soda on a parchment lined cookie sheet
  • Line a rimmed baking sheet with a nonstick baking mat, such as a SILPAT.
    a silpat mat on a half sheet pan
  • Place a candy thermometer on the side of a heavy saucepan on the stove.
    an empty saucepan with a candy thermometer in it
  • Combine the sugar, coffee and corn syrup in the saucepan.
    sugar, coffee and corn syrup in a saucepan being stirred with a small silicone spatula
  • Bring to boil then reduce heat to medium and continue cooking until mixture reaches 290°F.
    candy cooking in a pot on the stove with a digital candy thermometer in it
  • Remove the pan from heat for 10 seconds, then evenly sprinkle the baking soda over the syrup and whisk briefly. You do not want to deflate the candy.
  • Pour the candy on the baking mat. Do not spread.
    coffee crunch candy poured out on a silpat mat
  • Allow the candy to cool completely, at least 30 minutes.
    coffee crunch candy cooled on a silpat mat
  • Transfer the candy to a cutting board.
  • When ready to use, tap the crunch lightly with a spoon or knife handle to crack. Break into irregular pieces for larger pieces, or chop with a sharp knife for smaller pieces.

Notes

Store the candy in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 weeks.
Source: Adapted from Martha Stewart
You're Gonna Bake It After All
bakeitafterall.com

Nutrition

Calories: 58kcal | Carbohydrates: 15g | Protein: 0.003g | Fat: 0.05g | Sodium: 139mg | Potassium: 1mg | Sugar: 15g | Calcium: 1mg | Iron: 0.01mg