Description
This easy honey joys recipe creates crunchy, sweet coconut treats that are perfect for any occasion. With just four main ingredients, you can whip up a batch in no time and enjoy a nostalgic Australian classic.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup shredded coconut (desiccated or fresh)
- ½ cup honey
- ¼ cup unsalted butter, melted
- ⅓ cup white sugar
- Optional: pinch of salt
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 160°C (320°F) and line a muffin tin with paper cases.
- In a mixing bowl, combine the shredded coconut and sugar.
- In a small saucepan or microwave-safe bowl, gently warm the honey and butter until melted and combined.
- Pour the honey-butter mixture over the coconut and sugar. Stir well to coat evenly.
- Spoon the mixture into the paper cases, filling each about three-quarters full.
- Bake for 12–15 minutes or until golden brown and caramelized.
- Remove from the oven and allow to cool completely before serving.
Notes
- Use good-quality honey for the best flavor.
- For a richer taste, substitute butter with coconut oil.
- Keep an eye on the baking time to prevent burning.
- Store honey joys in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Australian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 honey joy
- Calories: 90 kcal
- Sugar: 8 g
- Sodium: 10 mg
- Fat: 4 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 12 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 1 g
- Cholesterol: 10 mg
Keywords: Honey joys recipe