How do you like your honey? Yummy Recipes and Ideas

Lemon, Ginger and Mānuka Honey Tonic

Great for: Immunity, sore throats, and daily wellness.

This classic Kiwi remedy is your go-to winter warmer or year-round health boost.

Ingredients:

• 1 cup hot water
• Juice of ½ lemon
• 1 tsp freshly grated ginger
• 1 tbsp Mānuka honey (UMF 10+ or higher)

Method:

Steep the ginger in hot water for 5 minutes. Add lemon juice and Mānuka honey. Sip slowly. You can also refrigerate it for a refreshing iced version.

Mānuka Honey Matcha Smoothie

Great for: Natural energy, focus, antioxidants.

A vibrant green superfood smoothie packed with polyphenols and a Mānuka honey kick.

Ingredients:

• 1 frozen banana
• 1 tsp matcha powder
• 1 tbsp Mānuka honey
• 1 cup almond milk
• A handful of baby spinach leaves
• Add your favourite seeds
• Ice cubes (optional)
• Throw in a Kiwifruit (optional)

Method:

Blend until smooth. Enjoy as a breakfast supplement or replacement, a pre-workout drink, or just a yummy liquid snack.

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What Makes Matcha (Japanese Tea Powder) Special?

This green tea is high in antioxidants, especially EGCG (epigallocatechin gallate), which supports metabolism and may reduce inflammation.

It also contains many detoxifying properties, since the leaves are shade-grown, which boosts chlorophyll levels.

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Why Use Mānuka Honey?

Unlike regular honey, Mānuka honey contains methylglyoxal (MGO), which gives it its powerful antibacterial and anti-inflammatory properties. It’s a natural remedy used for sore throats, gut health, wound healing, and even skincare.

Look for a UMF rating (Unique Mānuka Factor) to ensure you’re getting genuine, high-quality Mānuka from New Zealand.

Final Tip

For best results, don’t heat Mānuka honey at high temperatures; its active enzymes are most effective when consumed raw or lightly warmed.

Ingredients (Serves 2)

• 1 cup fresh or frozen blueberries
• 2 tbsp oat bran
• 1 cup Greek yoghurt (or coconut yoghurt for dairy-free)
• 1 cup milk or dairy-free alternative
• 1 tbsp Mānuka honey (UMF 5+ or higher)
• 1 tsp bee pollen (optional, for garnish)

Instructions

1. Blend: Add blueberries, oat bran, Greek yoghurt, milk, and Mānuka honey to a high-speed blender.
2. Adjust: Blend until smooth; add more milk if you prefer a thinner texture.
3. Serve: Pour into glasses, drizzle a little extra Mānuka honey on top if desired.
4. Garnish: Sprinkle with bee pollen for a nutrient boost.

Wellness Spotlight:

• Blueberries: Rich in antioxidants to help fight oxidative stress.
• Oat Bran: Supports gut health and provides slow-release energy.
• Mānuka Honey: Unique MGO compounds support immune health and soothe digestion.

Ottolenghi-Inspired Lentils, Radicchio and Mānuka Honey Candied Walnuts

Ingredients (Serves 4)

For the candied walnuts:

• 1 cup walnut halves
• 1 tbsp Mānuka honey (UMF 5+ or higher)
• ½ tsp chilli flakes
• ½ tsp ground turmeric
• Pinch of sea salt

For the salad:

• 1 cup cooked Puy lentils (or green lentils)
• 1 small head radicchio, quartered
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• ½ cup fresh parsley leaves
• ½ cup fresh dill sprigs
• 50g shaved pecorino or parmesan
• Sea salt & cracked black pepper

Instructions

1. Candy the walnuts: Preheat oven to 180°C (350°F). Toss walnuts with Mānuka honey, chilli flakes, turmeric, and salt. Spread on a lined tray; roast for 8–10 minutes, stirring once, until golden. Cool.
2. Prepare the radicchio: Heat olive oil in a skillet, sear radicchio wedges for 1–2 minutes on each side until slightly charred but still crisp.
3. Assemble the salad: In a serving bowl, combine lentils, parsley, dill, and radicchio. Season to taste.
4. Finish: Scatter over candied walnuts and pecorino shavings. Serve warm or at room temperature.

Chef’s Note:

The bitter radicchio balances the sweetness of the honey-coated walnuts, while the lentils give a hearty, satisfying bite.

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No-Bake Mānuka Honey Oat Energy Bites

Prep time: 10 minutes
Chill time: 30 minutes
Makes: 12 bites

Ingredients:

• 1 cup rolled oats
• ½ cup natural peanut butter (or almond butter)
• 3 tbsp Mānuka honey
• ¼ cup mini dark chocolate chips (optional)
• 2 tbsp ground flaxseed
• 1 tsp vanilla extract

Instructions:

1. In a mixing bowl, combine oats, flaxseed, peanut butter, Mānuka honey, and vanilla extract.
2. Stir well until everything sticks together.
3. Fold in chocolate chips (if using).
4. Roll the mixture into small bite-sized balls.
5. Place on a tray lined with baking paper and chill in the fridge for 30 minutes before serving.

Chef's Tip:

Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to a week. Perfect for lunchboxes or after-school snacks!

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Frozen Mānuka Honey Yoghurt Pops

Prep time: 10 minutes
Freeze time: 4 hours
Makes: 6 pops

Ingredients:

• 2 cups plain Greek yoghurt
• 3 tbsp Mānuka honey
• ½ cup fresh berries (blueberries, strawberries, or raspberries)
• ¼ cup granola (optional, for crunch)

Instructions:

1. In a bowl, mix yoghurt and Mānuka honey until smooth.
2. Gently fold in berries.
3. Spoon the mixture into ice block moulds.
4. Add a sprinkle of granola to the top of each mould for extra crunch.
5. Insert sticks and freeze for at least 4 hours, or until solid.

Tip:

These pops are naturally sweet, loaded with probiotics, and a fun way for kids to enjoy Mānuka honey on hot days.

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Mānuka Honey Energy Balls 

 A Healthy Snack for Kids (and adults too!)

Ingredients (makes 12 balls)

• 1 cup rolled oats
• 1/2 cup natural peanut butter
• 1/4 cup Mānuka honey
• 2 tbsp chia seeds or flaxseeds
• 1/4 cup mini dark chocolate chips (optional)
• 1 tsp vanilla extract

Instructions

1. In a large mixing bowl, combine the oats, chia seeds, and chocolate chips.
2. In a small saucepan, gently warm the peanut butter and Mānuka honey until smooth. Add the vanilla extract.
3. Pour the honey-peanut butter mixture over the oats and stir until fully combined.
4. Roll the mixture into 12 small balls using your hands. If sticky, refrigerate for 10 minutes to firm up.
5. Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to a week. Perfect for lunchboxes or afternoon snacks!

Why Kids Will Love It

These energy balls are naturally sweetened with Mānuka honey, making them a tasty, healthy alternative to packaged snacks. Packed with protein, fibre, and healthy fats, they give kids sustained energy without refined sugar crashes.

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Mānuka Honey and Almond Butter Overnight Oats

 

Ingredients (serves 2)

• 1 cup rolled oats
• 1 cup almond milk (or milk of choice)
• 2 tbsp almond butter
• 2 tsp Mānuka honey
• 1 tsp chia seeds
• 1/2 tsp cinnamon
• Fresh berries, sliced banana, or almonds for topping

Instructions

1. In a jar or bowl, combine the oats, almond milk, almond butter, Mānuka honey, chia seeds, and cinnamon.
2. Stir until everything is evenly mixed and the almond butter is well incorporated.
3. Cover and refrigerate overnight (or at least 6 hours) to allow the oats to absorb the liquid and flavours.
4. In the morning, stir well and top with fresh berries or sliced banana before serving.
5. Enjoy straight from the jar for a portable breakfast, or in a bowl at home with a drizzle of extra Mānuka honey if desired.

Why You’ll Love It

These overnight oats are an easy way to start the day with protein, fibre, healthy fats, and natural sweetness from Mānuka honey. They support sustained energy, digestion, and overall well-being.

Perfect for busy mornings, post-workout recovery, or a nourishing breakfast at home, this recipe is versatile and can be customised with nuts, seeds, or fruit of your choice.

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