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Honey does more than just taste great. Besides being a sugar replacer, honey is really good for you and offers a range of health benefits.
Rich in antioxidants and polyphenols, honey supports heart health, helps regulate blood sugar, and contains antibacterial properties that promote wound healing, according to Healthline. It’s also a natural cough suppressant and is found in many cough drops and syrups.
Looking for a way to sweeten up your day? These honey-infused recipes bring the buzz. Whether you’re craving something savory, in need of a healthy snack, or just want an excuse to drizzle golden gooey goodness over everything in sight, these seven recipes will have you coming back for more like bees to a honey pot.
Goat Cheese and Honey Breakfast Toast
Looking to switch things up for breakfast time? This goat cheese and honey toast recipe from The Kitchen by Micole blog will get your day started right. Sweet, floral honey pairs perfectly with tangy goat cheese, buttery avocado, and creamy egg served on top of fresh, toasted bread. It takes less than 10 minutes to put together, making this an ideal savory, sweet morning meal.
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Peanut Butter Honey Oat Bars
Need a midday snack to keep you going? This healthy peanut butter honey oat bar recipe from The Bakermama blog combines sweet and salty — and only takes three ingredients to make! Peanut butter, honey, and oats bake together until light brown. Enjoy fresh out of the oven or take them to-go for a healthy honey snack to make you smile.
Strawberry and Spinach Salad with Honey Balsamic Vinaigrette
Highlight honey with this refreshing salad recipe from All Recipes. It might look fancy to make, but it only takes a few steps to create this bright colored meal perfect for a fall afternoon. Plus, you can make your own dressing simply by whisking honey with balsamic vinaigrette and olive oil. Sweet strawberries taste tart combined with funky gorgonzola and nutty pecans, all enhanced with floral undertones of honey.
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Golden Milk and Honey Drink
Forget that cup of coffee. Try this golden milk and honey recipe from the Norbert’s Kitchen blog to break up your day. This soothing beverage served warm combines honey with warm milk and golden turmeric. Combined, you get a nutritious (and delicious) treat with powerful anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties.
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Honey-Garlic Glazed Salmon
Add a little savory-sweetness to your next supper with this honey-garlic glazed salmon recipe from Delish. Honey, low-sodium soy sauce, fresh lemon juice, and red pepper flakes combine to create a flavorful salmon glaze. Lemon slices and freshly grated garlic add the finishing touches. With only five minutes of prep time and a 20 minute cook, turn to this meal as your go-to recipe during a busy work week.
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Honey Cake
Want to satisfy your sweet tooth without all the extra sugar? Try this honey cake recipe from the blog RecipeTin Eats. Honey is the star of the show in this decadent dessert that uses no sugar at all. Instead, the soft cake gets soaked with honey syrup hot out of the oven. This one really takes the cake!
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Honey Baklava
Get your honey fix with this Honey Baklava recipe from the Saving Room for Dessert blog. Honey syrup adds a rich, gooey goodness to this layered Middle Eastern dessert made from layered phyllo dough stuffed with walnuts and pistachios. Baklava wins both hearts and taste buds with its rich, flaky, and nutty layers.
