Ash from @ashleigh.cooks has created a healthier take on the classic honey joys we all grew up with. They're super crunchy (the best part!), naturally sweet, and still have that nostalgic flavour kids love. This version skips refined sugar, uses simple pantry ingredients, and includes a little protein boost while keeping the texture perfectly crisp.
Ingredients
- 4 cups cornflakes
- ¼ cup honey
- 60g butter
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 tbsp desiccated coconut
- 1 tbsp Unrefined Nutrients Kids Immune Protein (Vanilla Vanguard)
- Pinch sea salt (optional)
- Sprinkles (optional)
🧁 You'll also need: mini muffin cases
Method
- 01 Preheat the oven to 150°C fan-forced and line a 12-hole mini muffin tray with mini paper cases. You can also use regular muffin trays or a lined baking tray.
- 02 In a small saucepan, gently melt the butter and honey until just combined. Do not allow the mixture to boil.
- 03 Remove from the heat and stir in the vanilla extract, Kids Immune Protein (Vanilla Vanguard), and salt, if using. Stir until the protein powder is fully dissolved and the mixture is smooth.
- 04 Place the cornflakes and desiccated coconut in a large bowl.
- 05 Pour the honey mixture over the cornflakes and gently fold until evenly coated.
- 06 Spoon the mixture into the mini cases and lightly press down.
- 07 Bake for 8 minutes, or until lightly golden.
- 08 Allow to cool completely in the tray to crisp up before serving.
💛 Top Tip
Don't skip the cooling step — the honey joys firm up and develop their signature crunch as they cool in the tray. Resist the urge to eat them warm!
