HONEY RECIPES

Honey recipes show us the versatility of honey and makes one wonder why honey is not used more often in our dishes and drinks.

This wonderfully versatile and natural sweetener, is celebrated not only for its rich flavours but also for its ability to enhance a wide range of dishes.

Here are some honey recipe ideas.

No.	Recipe Name	Description	Key Ingredients
1	Honey Glazed South African Chicken	Perfect for grilling or baking, this dish uses a savory glaze of local spices and honey.	Honey, Chicken
2	Roasted Honey and Cumin Carrots	Simple yet flavourful side dish with carrots glazed in honey and cumin.	Honey, Carrots
3	Honey Balsamic Brussels Sprouts	Brussels sprouts caramelized with honey and balsamic vinegar for a tangy twist.	Honey, Brussels Sprouts
4	Cape Malay Honey Curry	A traditional curry with a sweet touch of honey to balance the spicy flavours.	Honey, Spices
5	Honey Lemon Rooibos Tea	A soothing tea made with local Rooibos, honey, and lemon.	Honey, Rooibos Tea, Lemon
6	Honey Nut Granola	Crunchy granola made with oats, nuts, seeds, and sweetened naturally with honey.	Honey, Oats, Nuts
7	Honey Mustard Dressing	A dressing that combines honey, mustard, and vinegar for diverse uses.	Honey, Mustard, Vinegar
8	Grilled Honey-Mint Peaches	Grilled peaches brushed with honey and mint for a refreshing dessert.	Honey, Peaches
9	Honey Thyme Baked Brie	Brie topped with honey and thyme, baked to melty perfection.	Honey, Brie
10	Honey Infused Baklava	Crispy layers of phyllo filled with nuts and honey syrup for a rich, sweet dessert.	Honey, Phyllo Pastry, Nuts
11	Spiced Honey Cake	A moist cake with honey and spices, perfect for special occasions or afternoon tea.	Honey, Spices
12	Honey Lime Fruit Salad	Light and healthy fruit salad dressed with honey and fresh lime juice.	Honey, Seasonal Fruits, Lime Juice
13	Honey and Coconut Squares	A delightful snack or dessert featuring honey and shredded coconut.	Honey, Coconut
14	Malva Pudding with Honey Glaze	Traditional South African pudding with a sweet honey glaze.	Honey, Malva Pudding
15	Melktert with a touch of Honey	A classic milk tart enhanced with a hint of honey for added sweetness.	Honey, Milk Tart
16	Rooibos Tea Honeycomb Cake	A unique cake with Rooibos tea flavour and bits of crunchy honeycomb.	Honey, Rooibos Tea, Honeycomb
17	Honeycomb and Yogurt Parfait	A healthy parfait with layers of honeycomb, yogurt, and fresh fruit.	Honeycomb, Yogurt, Fruit
18	Honey Oat Pancakes	Wholesome pancakes sweetened with honey, perfect for a breakfast treat.	Honey, Oats, Pancakes
19	French Toast with Honey Butter	Decadent French toast served with a rich honey butter.	Honey, Butter, French Toast
20	Honey Glazed Grilled Chicken	Another delicious way to enjoy grilled chicken with a honey glaze.	Honey, Chicken
21	Honey Mustard Glazed Gammon	A festive dish with gammon glazed in a honey mustard mixture.	Honey, Mustard, Gammon
22	Honey and Garlic Roasted Vegetables	Roasted vegetables with a delightful coating of honey and garlic.	Honey, Garlic, Vegetables
23	Honey and Ginger Beer Cocktail	A refreshing cocktail mixing the sweetness of honey with the spice of ginger beer.	Honey, Ginger Beer

Honey Banana Smoothie Recipe

Here’s a delicious and tested recipe for a creamy honey banana smoothie.

Ingredients:

• 1 medium banana (ripe or frozen)
• 2 tablespoons almond butter (or any nut butter you prefer)
• 2 pitted dates (chopped, optional) – adds natural sweetness
• ¾ cup milk (dairy or non-dairy)
• 1 teaspoon honey (or more to taste)
• ¾ cup ice

Instructions:

1. Add the ice and banana chunks (if using frozen banana) to your blender.
2. Next, add the almond butter, dates (if using), milk, and 1 teaspoon of honey.
3. Blend on pulse setting until the mixture is smooth and creamy. You can adjust the texture by adding more or less milk.
4. Taste the smoothie and add more honey if you prefer it sweeter.
5. Blend again until everything is incorporated.
6. Pour into a glass and enjoy!

Tips:

• For a thicker smoothie, use frozen bananas.
• Feel free to adjust the amount of honey based on your sweetness preference and the ripeness of your banana.
• Want a flavour boost? Add a dash of cinnamon or a pinch of nutmeg to the blender.
• This recipe is easily customizable! Play around with different fruits like berries or mango. You can also add a scoop of protein powder for an extra nutritional kick.

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