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Creamed Honey Recipe:
A creamed honey recipe that's guaranteed to take your honey to another level.
Ingredients
- Liquid honey
- Crystallized honey
Instructions
There are two ways to make creamed honey:
Method One: Mix Liquid Honey with Crystallized Honey
Step 1: In a bowl, combine 1 part liquid honey with 1 part crystallized honey.
For example, mix one cup of liquid honey with one cup of crystallized honey.
Step 2: Mix the honey with an electric mixer on low to medium speed for 20-25 minutes.
Large crystals should be blended into tiny crystals. You'll know you're finished mixing once the texture is smooth and the crystals are so small that they feel like granulated sugar.
Step 3: Allow the creamed honey to thicken by storing it in a cool place for 1-2 weeks.
The ideal temperature is around 55°F (13°C). Cool locations include basements, pantries, or garages.
During warm seasons, creamed honey can be stored in the refrigerator. That said, refrigerator temperatures can solidify your creamed honey. As a result, you may need to microwave the creamed honey for a few seconds before use. This will heat it just enough to make it spreadable.
Method Two: Mix Liquid Honey with Creamed Honey
Step 1: Combine 1 part creamed honey with 10 parts liquid honey.
For example, mix one tablespoon of creamed honey with ten tablespoons of liquid honey.
Step 2: Mix the honey thoroughly using a spoon until completely combined.
Step 3: Let the creamed honey thicken by storing it in a cool environment for 1-2 weeks.
The ideal temperature is about 55°F (13°C). Good locations to store your creamed honey include a dark pantry or basement.
During warm seasons, you can store your creamed honey in the refrigerator. This can solidify the creamed honey, so you may have to microwave it for a few seconds before use. This will warm it up just enough so it becomes spreadable.
What is Creamed Honey?
Creamed honey is honey that has crystallized with very small crystals. Crystallization is a natural process in which honey solidifies over time.
The texture of creamed honey is silky and smooth, making it easier to spread than ‘normal’ honey.
Now you might be wondering:
Is creamed honey the same as regular honey?
Yes, creamed honey and regular honey are the same. Creamed honey has the same taste and nutritional benefits as regular honey. The only difference is the texture.
And here’s the thing:
You might’ve already heard of this popular creamed honey, which has a silky smooth texture and sweet taste. It’s thick, but it spreads easily on toast or hot biscuits.
It’s delicious.
With that in mind, creamed honey is also called:
- Whipped honey
- Spun honey
- Churned honey
These terms are used interchangeably to refer to creamed honey.
But how is honey creamed, exactly?
Simple.
Creamed honey is made by combining liquid honey with either crystallized honey or ‘seed honey.’ Seed honey is honey that’s already been creamed.
But keep in mind:
There is no cream or dairy product in creamed honey. Creamed honey is regular honey with a different texture. It’s crystallized using tiny sugar crystals instead of large ones.
Small crystals give the honey a creamier, airy texture.
In contrast, large crystals give the honey a gritty texture that’s difficult to spread. For example, if you’ve had a jar of honey in the cabinet for many months, it’ll start to solidify and form large crystals.
But here’s the deal:
Crystallized honey is still perfectly good honey. You can return crystallized honey back to its liquid state by allowing your honey bottle to sit in a bowl of hot water. Let it soak, stir it a few times to break up the crystals, and repeat the process until complete.
Voila.
Is Creamed Honey Healthier?
Creamed honey is equally as healthy as regular liquid honey.
To put it simply:
Creamed honey is the same as regular honey. The only difference is the texture. There is no difference in taste, health benefits, or quality.
That said, many people prefer creamed honey over regular honey because it’s easier to handle. For example, creamed honey’s silky and smooth texture spreads easier on buttered toast than regular honey does.
Now here’s a rule of thumb:
When buying honey, make sure the label says the honey is ‘raw’ and ‘unfiltered.’
Raw honey is chock-full of health benefits whether it’s liquid, solidified, or creamed.
On the other hand, processed honey is often stripped of its health benefits. More on that in a bit.
A few benefits of raw honey include:
- Honey is rich in antioxidants. Raw honey — which is minimally processed and unheated — contains many important bioactive plant compounds and antioxidants, such as polyphenols. Polyphenols are powerful antioxidants that are thought to reduce the risk of cancer and heart disease.(1, 2, 3)
- Honey is better for blood sugar levels than regular sugar. Honey has been shown to raise blood sugar levels like other types of sugar. However, honey also contains antioxidants which may help protect against metabolic syndrome and type 2 diabetes.(4)
- Honey may help improve heart health. According to one review, honey may help regulate your heartbeat, lower blood pressure, improve blood fat levels, and prevent the death of healthy cells – all things that can improve heart health and function.(5, 6)
- Honey can help heal wounds. Honey is an effective treatment for wounds such as burns and diabetic foot ulcers, as well as skin conditions such as psoriasis and herpes.(7, 8, 9, 10)
Now that brings us to our next point:
What’s the difference between raw honey and processed honey?
Raw and unfiltered honey has the most health benefits. It’s honey that comes straight from the beehive, and it maintains all the enzymes and antioxidants that make honey a superfood.
Now compare that to processed honey:
- Processed honey often goes through a pasteurization process that overheats the honey. This helps makes the honey smoother, but it also can remove beneficial nutrients like pollen, enzymes, and antioxidants.(11, 12, 13)
- Some manufacturers add sugar or other sweeteners to the honey. For instance, sugar or high fructose corn syrup may be mixed with honey to reduce the cost of production. However, this means it’s no longer considered pure honey.(14, 15, 16)
One example of processed honey is the honey you find in the plastic teddy bear jars at the grocery store.
Now here’s the thing:
Minimal processing is fine. For example, many beekeepers will filter their honey to get rid of any extra wax. This is because many people want pure honey with no honeycomb in it.
That’s no biggie.
The trouble arises when honey is overheated and mixed with sweeteners so that it’s no longer considered pure honey.
To take it a step further?
The FDA itself has stated that ultra-filtered honey is no longer real honey. Because not only are the health benefits stripped out, but additives like high fructose corn syrup are added in.(17)
FAQs about Creamed Honey
- Does creamed honey need to be refrigerated?
- What’s the best creamed honey?
- How is honey creamed?
- What’s the difference between creamed honey vs. regular honey?
- What foods do creamed honey pair well with?
- My creamed honey is separating, what do I do?
- What’s the best creamed honey storage method?
- What is a cinnamon creamed honey recipe?
Does creamed honey need to be refrigerated? How long does creamed honey last?
No, creamed honey doesn’t need to be refrigerated. As long as it is stored in a cool, dry place, the honey will stay in creamed form for several months. The best place to keep creamed honey is in a cool pantry or basement at around 55°F (13°C).
If you live in a warm climate, you can store creamed honey in the refrigerator as a last resort. It might need to be heated in the microwave for a few seconds before use.
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What’s the best creamed honey?
This raw creamed honey is one of my favorites. It took my buttered toast to another level. You can also find creamed raw honey from your local farmer’s market or beekeeper.
And finally, you can make creamed honey at home using a simple recipe. There are two ways to do it:
Method One: Mix Liquid Honey with Crystallized Honey
Combine one part liquid honey with one part crystallized honey. Mix the honey with an electric mixer on low to medium speed until the honey is smooth. This can take 20-25 minutes. Store the honey somewhere cool (55°F/13°C) for one to two weeks. The final result is creamed honey.
Method Two: Mix Liquid Honey with Creamed Honey
With this method, you can mix with a spoon instead of an electric mixer. Start by combining a small amount of creamed honey with liquid honey. The ratio is typically 1:10; one part creamed honey to one part liquid honey. Stir thoroughly and store in a cool place (55°F/13°C) for one to two weeks. The end result is creamed honey.
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How is honey creamed?
People often ask:
How do you make creamed honey? What’s the recipe for creamed honey? Do you have a whipped honey recipe? What are the creamed honey ingredients? Is it possible to learn how to make creamed honey?
Thankfully, making creamed honey is a simple process. You can cream honey either one of two ways:
Option 1: Blend Liquid Honey with Crystallized Honey
Step 1: Mix one part crystallized honey with one part liquid honey. Mix the honey using an electric mixer on medium speed until the honey is creamy. There should be no large crystals left in the honey. The crystals should be tiny and the size of granulated sugar. This process can take up to 25 minutes.
Step 2: Store the honey in a cool place (55°F/13°C) for one to two weeks. The final result is creamed honey.
Option 2: Blend Liquid Honey with Creamed Honey
Step 1: Mix a small amount of creamed honey with liquid honey. The ratio is typically 1:10; one part creamed honey to one part liquid honey. Stir thoroughly with a spoon until the honey is fully combined.
Step 2: Store in a cool place (55°F/13°C) for one to two weeks. The result is creamed honey.
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What’s the difference between creamed honey vs. regular honey?
People commonly ask, “Is creamed honey the same as regular honey?”
Creamed honey and liquid honey are the same. The only difference is the texture. Creamed honey is easier to spread because it has a silky and smooth consistency. Besides that, the creamed honey benefits and taste are the same as regular honey.
There are more than 300 types of honey flavors. Such flavors can be in liquid, creamed, or solid form. So there can be such a thing as creamed blueberry honey or liquid blueberry honey. They’re both blueberry honey, only with different textures.
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What foods do creamed honey pair well with?
The creamed honey uses are endless with food. For instance, I enjoy my creamed honey in tea or on buttered toast.
How to eat creamed honey by pairing it with the following foods:
- Pancakes
- Waffles
- Muffins
- Bagels
- Yogurt
- Tea
- Coffee
- Granola
- Toast
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My creamed honey is separating, what do I do?
This is normal. Just thoroughly mix the honey with a spoon or electric mixer. There also might be a slight bit of foam on top of creamed honey, but that’s perfectly fine. You can eat the foam, scoop it off, or mix it with creamed honey.
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What’s the best creamed honey storage method?
The best way to store creamed honey is in an airtight jar or container in a cool, dark place. The ideal temperature is 55°F (13°C).
You can also store creamed honey in the refrigerator if you live in a warm climate. Just make sure to gently heat the honey in the microwave for a few seconds before use.
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What is a cinnamon creamed honey recipe?
Cinnamon is a delicious addition to creamed honey. Simply follow the steps outlined here to make creamed honey.
Next, mix cinnamon with the creamed honey to your desired taste. For example, one tablespoon of cinnamon per pound of creamed honey.
