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Honey Recipes & DIY Honey Products

Updated: Oct 4



Honey is not only a delicious natural sweetener but also a versatile ingredient for a variety of recipes and DIY products. Here are some simple ideas to help you make the most of this golden goodness!


Sweet Honey Recipes

Homemade Honey Mustard

Ingredients: 1/4 cup honey, 1/4 cup Dijon mustard, 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar, 1/4 teaspoon salt.

Instructions: In a small bowl, whisk together all ingredients until smooth. Use as a dressing for salads, a dip for pretzels, or a spread on sandwiches for a sweet and tangy twist.


Honey-Glazed Carrots

Ingredients: 1 pound carrots, peeled and cut into sticks, 2 tablespoons honey, 2 tablespoons olive oil, salt, and pepper to taste.

Instructions: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Toss the carrots with honey, olive oil, salt, and pepper. Spread on a baking sheet and roast for 20-25 minutes, or until tender and caramelized. Enjoy as a sweet and savory side dish.


Honey-Lemon Throat Soother

Ingredients: 1/4 cup honey, juice of 1 lemon, 1/2 teaspoon grated ginger.

Instructions: Mix all ingredients in a small jar and take a spoonful to soothe a sore throat. Store in the refrigerator for up to a week.



Honey Oatmeal Cookies

Ingredients:

  • 1 cup rolled oats

  • 1 cup all-purpose flour

  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda

  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon

  • 1/4 teaspoon salt

  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened

  • 1/2 cup honey

  • 1/4 cup brown sugar

  • 1 large egg

  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

  • 1/2 cup raisins or chocolate chips (optional)


Instructions:

  1. Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

  2. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, combine the rolled oats, flour, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt. Set aside.

  3. Cream Butter and Sweeteners: In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter, honey, and brown sugar until smooth and creamy.

  4. Add Wet Ingredients: Beat in the egg and vanilla extract until fully incorporated.

  5. Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. If you’re adding raisins or chocolate chips, fold them in at this stage.

  6. Shape the Cookies: Drop tablespoon-sized balls of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.

  7. Bake: Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are golden but the centers are still soft. Be careful not to overbake to keep the cookies chewy.

  8. Cool: Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.


Honey Lemon Loaf Cake

Ingredients:

  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour

  • 2 teaspoons baking powder

  • 1/2 teaspoon salt

  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened

  • 1/2 cup honey

  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar

  • 2 large eggs

  • 1/2 cup milk

  • 2 tablespoons lemon zest (about 2 lemons)

  • 1/4 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice

  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract


Honey Lemon Glaze:

  • 1/4 cup honey

  • 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice


Instructions:

  1. Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x5-inch loaf pan or line it with parchment paper.

  2. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.

  3. Cream Butter and Sweeteners: In a large bowl, cream the softened butter, honey, and sugar until light and fluffy.

  4. Add Eggs and Wet Ingredients: Beat in the eggs, one at a time, then add the milk, lemon zest, lemon juice, and vanilla extract, mixing until well combined.

  5. Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring until just combined. Do not overmix.

  6. Pour Batter into Pan: Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan, smoothing the top with a spatula.

  7. Bake: Bake for 45-50 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the loaf comes out clean. If the top is browning too quickly, tent with aluminum foil.

  8. Prepare the Glaze: While the cake is baking, combine the honey and lemon juice in a small saucepan over low heat, stirring until well blended.

  9. Glaze the Cake: Once the cake is done baking, let it cool in the pan for 10 minutes. Then, remove it from the pan and place it on a wire rack. While still warm, brush the honey lemon glaze over the top and sides of the loaf, allowing it to soak in.

  10. Cool Completely: Let the cake cool completely before slicing and serving.

Enjoy this moist and flavorful honey lemon loaf cake with a cup of tea or coffee


DIY Honey Products!



Honey Lip Balm

Ingredients: 1 tablespoon beeswax pellets, 1 tablespoon coconut oil, 1 tablespoon shea butter, 1 teaspoon honey, a few drops of your favorite essential oil.

Instructions: Melt the beeswax, coconut oil, and shea butter in a double boiler. Once melted, remove from heat and stir in honey and essential oil. Pour into lip balm containers and let cool completely before using.


Honey Face Mask

Ingredients: 2 tablespoons honey, 1 tablespoon plain yogurt, 1 teaspoon turmeric powder.

Instructions: Mix all ingredients into a smooth paste. Apply to clean, dry skin and leave on for 15 minutes. Rinse with warm water and pat dry for a refreshed and glowing complexion.


Honey Sugar Scrub

Ingredients: 1/2 cup brown sugar, 1/4 cup honey, 1/4 cup coconut oil.

Instructions: Mix all ingredients together until well combined. Use as a gentle exfoliator on your face and body, leaving your skin smooth and hydrated.


Sources

Homemade Honey Mustard Recipe: Adapted from Allrecipes, which provides various honey mustard recipes that combine honey, Dijon mustard, and vinegar.


Honey-Glazed Carrots Recipe: This simple recipe can be found in various forms on websites like Food Network and Delish, showcasing the use of honey as a natural sweetener in savory dishes.


Honey-Lemon Throat Soother: Inspired by natural remedy suggestions on Healthline and WebMD, which emphasize honey's soothing and antibacterial properties.


Honey Lip Balm and Honey Face Mask Recipes: DIY beauty product recipes are widely available on websites like Wellness Mama and The Spruce, which focus on natural and homemade beauty products.


Honey Sugar Scrub: This recipe is adapted from suggestions on Good Housekeeping and Byrdie, which provide insights into natural exfoliating products using honey.


Honey Oatmeal Cookies Recipe: Based on various cookie recipes found on King Arthur Baking and Taste of Home, which include honey as a primary sweetener.


Honey Lemon Loaf Cake Recipe: This recipe is inspired by similar loaf cake recipes from Sally's Baking Addiction and BBC Good Food, showcasing honey and lemon as complementary flavors in baked goods.


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