I recently learned just
how easy it is to create a creamy, decadent spread with just one simple ingredient. We love classic honey in hot tea, on warm tortillas, and especially on biscuits. And when my kids were little I often made peanut butter and honey sandwiches for them and the other neighborhood kids.
Wealsoenjoy“creamed” honey from time to time, and the incredible transformation that honey undergoes whenwhippedina stand mixer is similar.
Any variety of honey may be used to transform basic honey into a thick, creamy consistency. I primarily use local raw honey, as it offers the benefit, research shows, of helping combat allergy symptoms from local pollen. And raw honey has an amazing flavor.
I recently made a batch of whipped honey to give to friends. I used half-pint jars and affixed cute, stick-on labels.
The honey will begin to turn white as it is whipped. It makes a beautiful presentation in clear glass jars.
Optionally, a teaspoon or two of ground cinnamon may be added while whipping the honey.
Use the whipped honey as you would standard honey, but especially for spreading onto all kinds of breads during the holidays.
Enjoy food made fresh!
Whipped Honey
2 pints raw or other honey Optional: 1 to 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon 4 (1/2-pint jars) with lids or flats and rings Ensure jars and lids are sterilized or washed with hot soapy water and dried with a clean towel.
Place honey into the bowl of a stand mixer. Add cinnamon if using. Whip on medium speed for 20 minutes. Let rest for 20 minutes. Whip for another 20 minutes on medium speed. Let rest a second time for 20 minutes. Whip for a third time for 20 minutes. This technique helps to prevent separation.
Transfer whipped honey to clean jars. Seal with lids and store in the refrigerator for up to 3 months.
Serve on toast, biscuits, and English muffins. It is also good mixed with peanut butter.
Angelina LaRue, author of “The Whole Enchilada: Fresh and Nutritious Southwestern Cuisine,” grew up at White River Lake, lives in Idalou and writes a weekly food column for local newspapers.
