Candies, honey-combed, with peanut butter
Whole food · Sweets
A light, airy honeycomb toffee coated in a thick, creamy layer of peanut butter. The texture is a delightful contrast: the brittle, melt-in-your-mouth crunch of the candy against the smooth, salty-sweet spread. It's a calorie-dense treat, packing over 60g of sugar per 100g.
💚 Why it's loved
People adore the addictive interplay of textures—the shattering honeycomb and the rich peanut butter—and the classic sweet-salty flavor profile. It's a beloved, nostalgic candy often associated with fairs, holidays, and childhood treats.
⚠️ Watch-outs & how to enjoy it better
The very high sugar and calorie content can cause rapid blood-sugar spikes, making it a poor choice for those managing diabetes or seeking sustained energy. Peanuts are a common and severe allergen. To enjoy, practice strict portion control (e.g., one small piece) and pair it with a source of fiber or protein, like a handful of nuts or a piece of cheese, to slow sugar absorption.
Key benefits
- Quick source of energy from carbohydrates
- Provides some plant-based protein from peanuts
- Contains small amounts of minerals like magnesium and phosphorus
- Offers a satisfying combination of sweet and salty flavors
- A popular comfort food and nostalgic candy
🍽️ Popular dishes
🌍 Where it's eaten
💡 Did you know?
The honeycomb structure is created by adding baking soda to hot sugar syrup, which causes it to foam and set with countless tiny air pockets, making the candy incredibly light for its volume.
Full nutrition (scales with serving)
| Water | 2.5 g |
| Energy | 473 kcal |
| Energy | 1981 kj |
| Protein | 8.7 g |
| Total lipid (fat) | 20.2 g |
| Ash | 1.2 g |
| Carbohydrate, by difference | 67.4 g |
| Fiber, total dietary | 1.9 g |
| Total Sugars | 62.7 g |
| Starch | 1.4 g |
| Calcium, Ca | 21.0 mg |
| Iron, Fe | 0.71 mg |
| Magnesium, Mg | 66.0 mg |
| Phosphorus, P | 132 mg |
| Potassium, K | 220 mg |
| Sodium, Na | 174 mg |
| Zinc, Zn | 1.0 mg |
| Copper, Cu | 0.17 mg |
| Manganese, Mn | 0.66 mg |
| Selenium, Se | 2.0 ug |
| Fluoride, F | 0.00 ug |
| Vitamin C, total ascorbic acid | 0.00 mg |
| Thiamin | 0.06 mg |
| Riboflavin | 0.09 mg |
| Niacin | 5.1 mg |
| Pantothenic acid | 0.45 mg |
| Vitamin B-6 | 0.17 mg |
| Folate, total | 34.0 ug |
| Folic acid | 0.00 ug |
| Folate, food | 34.0 ug |
| Folate, DFE | 34.0 ug |
| Choline, total | 24.7 mg |
| Betaine | 0.30 mg |
| Vitamin B-12 | 0.00 ug |
| Vitamin B-12, added | 0.00 ug |
| Vitamin A, RAE | 0.00 ug |
| Retinol | 0.00 ug |
| Carotene, beta | 0.00 ug |
| Carotene, alpha | 0.00 ug |
| Cryptoxanthin, beta | 0.00 ug |
| Vitamin A, IU | 0.00 iu |
| Lycopene | 0.00 ug |
| Lutein + zeaxanthin | 0.00 ug |
| Vitamin E (alpha-tocopherol) | 3.6 mg |
| Vitamin E, added | 0.00 mg |
| Tocopherol, beta | 0.20 mg |
| Tocopherol, gamma | 3.0 mg |
| Tocopherol, delta | 0.29 mg |
| Tocotrienol, alpha | 0.00 mg |
| Tocotrienol, beta | 0.00 mg |
| Tocotrienol, gamma | 0.00 mg |
| Tocotrienol, delta | 0.00 mg |
| Vitamin D (D2 + D3), International Units | 0.00 iu |
| Vitamin D (D2 + D3) | 0.00 ug |
| Vitamin K (phylloquinone) | 0.10 ug |
| Alcohol, ethyl | 0.00 g |
| Caffeine | 0.00 mg |
| Theobromine | 0.00 mg |
Fat & fatty acid profile (per 100g)
| Fatty acids, total saturated | 5.7 g |
| SFA 4:0 | 0.00 g |
| SFA 6:0 | 0.00 g |
| SFA 8:0 | 0.00 g |
| SFA 10:0 | 0.00 g |
| SFA 12:0 | 0.00 g |
| SFA 14:0 | 0.01 g |
| SFA 15:0 | 0.00 g |
| SFA 16:0 | 2.7 g |
| SFA 17:0 | 0.03 g |
| SFA 18:0 | 1.2 g |
| SFA 20:0 | 0.41 g |
| SFA 22:0 | 0.96 g |
| SFA 24:0 | 0.41 g |
| Fatty acids, total monounsaturated | 8.5 g |
| MUFA 14:1 | 0.00 g |
| MUFA 15:1 | 0.00 g |
| MUFA 16:1 | 0.01 g |
| MUFA 17:1 | 0.01 g |
| MUFA 18:1 | 8.3 g |
| MUFA 20:1 | 0.19 g |
| MUFA 22:1 | 0.01 g |
| MUFA 24:1 c | 0.00 g |
| Fatty acids, total polyunsaturated | 4.8 g |
| PUFA 18:2 | 4.8 g |
| PUFA 18:3 | 0.01 g |
| PUFA 18:4 | 0.00 g |
| PUFA 20:2 n-6 c,c | 0.00 g |
| PUFA 20:3 | 0.00 g |
| PUFA 20:4 | 0.01 g |
| PUFA 20:5 n-3 (EPA) | 0.00 g |
| PUFA 22:4 | 0.00 g |
| PUFA 22:5 n-3 (DPA) | 0.00 g |
| PUFA 22:6 n-3 (DHA) | 0.00 g |
| Fatty acids, total trans | 0.03 g |
| Cholesterol | 0.00 mg |
Amino acid profile (per 100g)
| Tryptophan | 0.09 g |
| Threonine | 0.21 g |
| Isoleucine | 0.24 g |
| Leucine | 0.61 g |
| Lysine | 0.27 g |
| Methionine | 0.10 g |
| Cystine | 0.09 g |
| Phenylalanine | 0.47 g |
| Tyrosine | 0.33 g |
| Valine | 0.31 g |
| Arginine | 1.1 g |
| Histidine | 0.22 g |
| Alanine | 0.36 g |
| Aspartic acid | 1.2 g |
| Glutamic acid | 2.0 g |
| Glycine | 0.56 g |
| Proline | 0.55 g |
| Serine | 0.58 g |
FAQ
How is the honeycomb center made?
It's a classic sugar candy technique: sugar, corn syrup, and water are boiled to the hard-crack stage, then baking soda is quickly stirred in. The chemical reaction releases carbon dioxide gas, which gets trapped in the syrup, creating the signature porous, sponge-like texture as it cools.
Is this the same as 'Sponge Candy' or 'Hokey Pokey'?
Yes, the honeycomb candy base is known by many names, including sponge candy, seafoam, cinder toffee, or hokey Pokey (in New Zealand). This version is simply that candy coated in peanut butter.
Why does it sometimes become sticky or chewy?
Honeycomb candy is highly hygroscopic, meaning it readily absorbs moisture from the air. In humid conditions, the crisp structure can become sticky and lose its crunch. Store it in a truly airtight container with a desiccant packet for best results.