Don’t you think? Violet Crumble 180g Bag. Violet Crumble is Australia’s most famous candy bar. Cook for about 10-15 minutes, until the mixture reaches the hard crack stage (150 oC / 300 oF). (The mixture will turn into hot toffee, which can scald badly.). Whilst it’s perfect for the whole family... It’s a sure favourite at your next dinner party.Recipe by Helen Mouneimne. 1 1/2 cups sugar I’m giving you a really good excuse to make your own Violet Crumble at home, in the name of education. Let set. (For the non-Aussies, Violet Crumble bars are similar to Crunchie bars – only better!). When we add sodium bicarbonate to our sugar / honey / golden syrup toffee mixture, an acid base chemical reaction occurs, which creates carbon dioxide (CO2). Boab Tree Mosaic Art at A Moment In Our World, Friday January 8th Violet Crumble bars were made this way in the first place, Visiting the Australian Museum {with Kids! This is brilliant! Australia Day is coming up, and I’m teaming up with a bunch of Aussie bloggers to bring you some fun ideas and activites to do with the kids (see the bottom of this post for all the suggestions). Melt the chocolate, and dip/drizzle over the honeycomb. We used a digital meat thermometer, but if you have a fancy candy thermometer that can let you know when hard crack stage is approaching, that would be even better! Honeycomb is made by adding a small amount of bicarb soda to molten toffee which has been cooked to almost zero moisture. Printable koala mask at The Craft Train, Tuesday January 5th This site uses Akismet to reduce spam. Add bicarbonate of soda, and quickly stir until combined. ), (Our version is based on this honeycomb recipe. Oh I haven’t made this is AGES! Size: 1.76 Ounce (Pack of 6) ‘It’s the way it shatters that matters' Nestle Violet Crumble has a crunchy honeycomb centre which is covered by two layers of creamy chocolate. Monday January 4th Add to biscuits and Violet Crumble in a bowl and mix well. Add sugar, honey, golden syrup and water to a large saucepan. Let sit for a few seconds. Caramel Violet Crumble Eclair ... See recipe. 2. Recipe Type: Violet Crumble. I’m also just adding a link to this alternate honeycomb recipe out of respect – not because their recipe is similar to ours, but because the emotional commentary throughout the post is hilarious. However, some honeycomb is better than no honeycomb. 2 teaspoons bi-carb soda (baking soda / sodium bicarbonate) You’ve totally inspired me to try it again. The dark chocolate takes the edge off the honeycomb sweetness. If you were making these for Australia Day, you could even call it patriotic. Yum! 5. 375g dark chocolate (not pictured), You can find sodium bicarbonate in the baking section of your grocery store. Add sugar, honey, golden syrup and water to a large saucepan. Violet Crumble is TRUE honeycomb coated with REAL chocolate. Citrus juice, buttermilk, molasses and vinegar are all acidic. Grease and line a baking tray. Oh yum! Parents and carers will need to judge whether a particular activity is appropriate their child’s age and skill level. (Also, before we start, I have a small confession to make. This is like an chemistry class in your kitchen, and any (or all) sugar content is instantly justified by making science fun. Depending on where you live, it may be called bi-carb soda, baking soda, bicarbonate of soda, bicarb, bread soda or cooking soda. Mini kids pavlovas at Kidgredients, Wednesday January 13th Depending on where you live, it may be called bi-carb soda, baking soda, bicarbonate of soda, bicarb, bread soda or cooking soda. Melt the chocolate, and dip/drizzle over the honeycomb. You might also like to visit the Australia Day Blog Hop from 2014 for lots more fun Aussie ideas! Required fields are marked *. The larger your tray, the more your honeycomb will spread, and so the thinner your end pieces will be. Press firmly into a greased slice pan and refrigerate until set. . ), (Our version is based on this honeycomb recipe. (Measuring out... 3. 1/3 cup water Working with Go Science Kids This is like an chemistry class in your kitchen, and any (or all) sugar content is instantly justified by making science fun. Great post thanks Danya. Alkalines react with acids (you may have heard of this as an ‘acid base reaction’.) Chocolate Lamington Scrolls at Sweet Little Pretties. Let set. I am 7 years old. (Also, before we start, I have a small confession to make. See recipe. Required fields are marked *. The ingredients used here are all generally taste-safe (when cold), except for the sodium bicarbonate in its concentrated form. Copyright, Disclaimer & Disclosure Dark Violet Crumble & Pistachio Cheesecake. Next time I think I’ll use a slightly smaller tray, to make the pieces of honeycomb thicker. It is similar to the Crunchie made by British firm Cadbury. Have not tasted any for a couple of years now. (Note: it is not the same thing as baking powder, which has cream of tartar as an added ingredient, and reacts differently. 89¢. * This post contains affiliate link(s). Recipe :: Violet Crumble Banana Cake. Create an amazingly frothy chemical reaction, to make your own honeycomb or violet crumble. Just bought one at the Beachwood Market, on Beachwood in Hollywood. https://mouthsofmums.com.au/recipe/violet-crumble-icecream-hokeypokey Dark Violet Crumble & Pistachio Cheesecake. This site uses Akismet to reduce spam. . Place butter and condensed milk into a small saucepan and melt over low heat. | Montessori Nature, Fun food idea for Australia Day - koala in a creek - Laughing Kids Learn, Serving On The Go - Explore From Home - Australia - Serving On The Go. Follow Danya Banya | Go Science Girls's board Go Science Girls on Pinterest. 1. If you have neither, you can also manually check if the toffee mixture hardens and cracks when you drop it in water – click here to read how. Caramel Violet Crumble … (It’s OK once it’s mixed with the other ingredients). Hoadley had acquired the firm of Dillon, Burrows & Co. and extended his products to Alkalines react with acids (you may have heard of this as an ‘acid base reaction’.) I transferred our honeycomb onto a large chopping board and broke it up with a knife. ), Monday January 11th The larger your tray, the more your honeycomb will spread, and so the thinner your end... 2. Increase the heat and bring to the boil. Thanks for sharing! Australia Day is coming up, and I’m teaming up with a bunch of Aussie bloggers to bring you some fun ideas and activites to do with the kids (see the bottom of this post for all the suggestions). Enjoy! What to do 1. I have been known to buy a bag of honecomb pieces dipped in cheap chocolate when desperate. Bye! Awesome Linda, so glad you tried it. (Lining with baking paper helps to easily lift the honeycomb from the tray when it is cool.)