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Desserts

Indulge in a selection of delightful honey-based dessert recipes that promise to elevate your culinary repertoire. Imagine the warm, rich flavors of honey infusing each dish, creating a perfect balance of sweetness and natural goodness.

Each recipe highlights honey’s unique properties, not only enhancing flavor but also offering a healthier alternative to refined sugars. Whether you’re preparing a special treat for a gathering or simply indulging in a sweet moment at home, these desserts are sure to impress.

Discover the joy of baking with these recipes and treat yourself and your loved ones to something truly special. Embrace the sweetness of honey and transform simple ingredients into delectable masterpieces. Don’t miss out; start creating delightful desserts today!

Espresso Honey Cookies

Ingredients

  • 2 eggs

  • 2 tsp. vanilla

  • 1/3 c. espresso infused honey

  • 2 tsp. espresso coffee

  • 1/3 c. melted butter

  • 2 c. oat or almond flour

  • 1/2 tsp. baking soda

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350ºF

  2. Whisk the vanilla and eggs in a bowl.

  3. Add honey, espresso, and melted butter to the bowl. Whisk.

  4. Add flour and baking soda. Stir the mixture with a wooden spoon.

  5. Line a cookie sheet with parchment paper. Scoop dough onto sheet a few inches apart and flatten with spoon.

  6. Sprinkle with chocolate chips or desired topping. 

  7. Bake for 10-15 minutes.

Cacao Brownies

Ingredients

  • 3 eggs

  • 1/2 c. butter 

  • 1/2 c. raw honey

  • 1/4 cup water

  • 1 tsp vanilla

  • 1/2 c. almond or whole wheat flour

  • 1/3 c. cacao powder

  • 1/2 tsp baking powder

  • 1/4 tsp salt

  • 1/4 c. dark chocolate chips (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350ºF and grease an 8”x8” pan

  2. Whisk eggs, butter, and vanilla in a medium bowl

  3. Add and stir in the remaining ingredients

  4. Bake for 15-20 minutes, until done

  5. Take out and let cool

Italian Shortbread Cookies

Ingredients

  • 3 eggs

  • 1/3 c. coconut sugar

  • 1/3 c. raw honey

  • 1 c. unsalted butter

  • 1 1/2 c. whole wheat flour 

  • 1/2 tsp. salt

  • 1 tsp. almond extract

  • 1/2 tsp. vanilla extract

  • chopped pecans

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350ºF

  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine egg yolks, butter, coconut sugar, raw honey, almond extract, & vanilla extract. Beat at medium speed until creamy.

  3. Gradually add flour and salt. Mix at low speed until well blended.

  4. Cover and refrigerate dough for 1 hour.

  5. Roll dough into 1-inch balls. Dip dough into egg whites and roll in pecans until coated. Place on cookie tray.

  6. Press thumb into dough and fill indent with jam.

  7. Bake for 15 minutes or until edges are lightly browned. 

Honey Pecan Cookies

Ingredients

  • 1/2 c. room temp. butter

  • 1/3 c. raw honey

  • 1 tsp. vanilla extract

  • 1/8 tsp. salt

  • 1 c. whole wheat flour

  • 3/4 c. chopped pecans

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350 °F.

  2. With an electric mixer, beat butter in med bowl for 1 min.

  3. Add raw honey and beat for 1 min.

  4. Beat in vanilla, salt, and flour until dough comes together. Fold in the pecans.

  5. Roll into balls, place on cookie sheet. Gently flatten each ball of dough.

  6. Bake for 15 minutes or until edges are lightly browned. 

  7. Let cool & enjoy with jam or more honey! 

Honey Nugget Candy

Ingredients

  • 1/2 c. honey

  • 1/2 c. brown sugar

  • 1/4 c. unsalted butter 

Instructions

  1. In a small saucepan, melt the honey, sugar, and butter. Boil for a few minutes until thick.

  2. Pour onto a buttered plate and cool for a few minutes until set.

  3. Scoop and roll into balls when cool enough to not burn your hands.

  4. Leave to harden overnight.