How to Make Infused Flavored Honey - Recipes

 How to Make Infused Flavored Honey - Recipes

How to Make Infused Flavored Honey

Infused honey is a delicious way to elevate your sweetener game. Whether drizzled over toast, stirred into tea, or used in recipes, flavored honey adds a unique twist to everyday dishes. Here's how to make your own infused honey at home.

➡ Basic Instructions for Infusing Honey

↪ Ingredients

1 cup raw honey (mild-flavored honey works best)

2-3 tablespoons of your chosen infusion ingredient (herbs, spices, or fruits)

↪ Instructions

1. Warm the honey in a small saucepan over low heat—do not let it boil.

2. Add your infusion ingredient to the honey. Stir to combine.

3. Allow the mixture to simmer gently for 5-10 minutes.

4. Remove from heat and let it steep for 1-2 hours (or longer for a stronger flavor).

5. Strain the honey through a fine mesh sieve or cheesecloth to remove solids.

6. Store the infused honey in a clean, airtight jar.

➡ Cinnamon Infused Honey Recipe

↪ Ingredients

1 cup honey

2 cinnamon sticks

↪ Instructions

1. Warm the honey in a saucepan.

2. Add cinnamon sticks and simmer gently for 10 minutes.

3. Let it steep for at least 1 hour.

4. Strain if desired, or leave the sticks in for a stronger flavor.

5. Store and enjoy!

➡ Lavender Infused Honey Recipe

↪ Ingredients

1 cup honey

2 tablespoons dried culinary lavender

↪ Instructions

1. Heat the honey gently in a saucepan.

2. Stir in the lavender and simmer for 5-8 minutes.

3. Steep for 1-2 hours for a more pronounced flavor.

4. Strain and store in a jar.

➡ Citrus Infused Honey Recipe

↪ Ingredients

1 cup honey

Zest of 1 orange or lemon (or both)

↪ Instructions

1. Warm the honey over low heat.

2. Add the citrus zest and let it simmer for 10 minutes.

3. Allow it to steep for 1-2 hours before straining.

4. Store in a clean jar and use as desired.

➡ Ginger Infused Honey Recipe

↪ Ingredients

1 cup honey

2 tablespoons fresh ginger, thinly sliced

↪ Instructions

1. Heat the honey until warm, but not boiling.

2. Add the sliced ginger and simmer for 5-10 minutes.

3. Steep for 1-2 hours for a spicy kick.

4. Strain the ginger out and store in a jar.

➡ Tips and Swap Ideas:

Experiment with combinations like rosemary and lemon, or vanilla and cardamom.

Use dried ingredients to avoid introducing moisture that can spoil the honey.

Infused honey makes a thoughtful and delicious homemade gift!

Infused honey is easy to customize, making it a versatile addition to your kitchen. Get creative and enjoy the sweet possibilities!