Maple Sponge Toffee
Indulge your sweet tooth with this irresistibly light and crispy Maple Sponge Toffee, a gourmet twist on a classic confection. Made with the rich, natural sweetness of maple syrup, this airy treat features a delicate honeycomb texture achieved through the magical reaction of baking soda bubbling in hot sugar syrup. With just six simple ingredients and a quick 15-minute cooking process, this candy comes together effortlessly, making it perfect for both novice and seasoned bakers. Serve it as a sweet snack, crumble it over ice cream, or wrap it up as a thoughtful homemade gift. Whether you enjoy the satisfying crunch or the warm maple aroma, this Maple Sponge Toffee is guaranteed to become a favorite treat in your home.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 200 grams White granulated sugar
- 120 milliliters Maple syrup
- 50 milliliters Light corn syrup
- 60 milliliters Water
- 2 teaspoons Baking soda
- 1 teaspoon Butter (for greasing)
Instructions
Prepare a square 9x9-inch baking pan by greasing it lightly with butter. Set aside.
In a medium to large saucepan, combine the sugar, maple syrup, corn syrup, and water. Stir gently to combine.
Place the saucepan over medium heat and allow the mixture to dissolve without stirring. Use a candy thermometer and heat the mixture until it reaches 300°F (150°C), the hard-crack stage. This should take approximately 10–12 minutes.
While the mixture is heating, measure out the baking soda and keep it nearby. Ensure you are prepared for the next steps as the process will move quickly once the syrup reaches the correct temperature.
Once the mixture has reached 300°F, immediately remove the pan from the heat. Quickly sprinkle the baking soda over the hot mixture and whisk it in vigorously. The mixture will foam up significantly—this is normal and creates the sponge-like texture.
Working quickly, pour the foaming mixture into the prepared pan. Avoid spreading or smoothing the mixture, as this can deflate the bubbles.
Let the toffee cool completely in the pan (about 1 hour) at room temperature. Once hardened, gently break it into pieces using your hands or a knife.
Store the Maple Sponge Toffee in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 1 week. Enjoy on its own or as a topping for ice cream or other desserts!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1381 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 4.5 g | 6% | |
| Saturated Fat | 2.4 g | 12% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 10 mg | 3% | |
| Sodium | 2569 mg | 112% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 342.7 g | 125% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Total Sugars | 343.1 g | ||
| Protein | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 7 mg | 1% | |
| Iron | 0.1 mg | 1% | |
| Potassium | 5 mg | 0% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
