Sweet, Spicy, And Savory Fall Flavors

Sweater weather, pumpkin spice, and colorful leaves can mean only one thing, fall is finally here! We’ve collected some of our favorite honey recipes that will warm you up and keep you cozy this season, including a special honey recipe from our founder you won’t want to miss!

HEAVENLY HONEY SALAD DRESSING

This secret recipe was provided to us by our founder Katerina Yoffe-Larden, as the perfect finishing touch to the first of our Honey Recipe Series and sure to become a new staple in your home. A quick and delicious recipe perfect for a yummy salad, as a dip, or even in a sweet and tangy pasta salad.

Recipe & Photo from Katerina Yoffe-Larden

INGREDIENTS:

• Olive Oil 

• White or Red Vinegar

• 2-4 tablespoons of Soy Sauce 

• 1 tablespoon orange juice or lemon juice

• 1-2 spoons of dijon mustard (with seeds) 

• 2-3 spoons of Honey 

INSTRUCTIONS:

Reminder: do not mix until all ingredients have been added, we know it’s tempting.

1. For the base of the dressing, mix equal parts Olive Oil and Vinegar.

2. Add the Soy Sauce, Juice, Dijon Mustard, and Honey

3. Once everything is added, TIME TO MIX!

4. Use as a dressing, a dip, or wherever your imagination takes you!

 

HOT HONEY CHICKEN

We found this recipe on Half-Baked Harvest. Nothing warms you up, like a little bit of spice! This oven fried chicken recipe is a healthier alternative to traditional fried chicken, without sacrificing on the sweet & spicy flavor that keeps you coming back.

Photo & Recipe Credit: Oven Fried Southern Hot Honey Chicken

INGREDIENTS:

• 2 pounds boneless chicken breasts or thighs
  (you can use skin on or off, but I used skin off)

• 1 cup buttermilk

• 2 teaspoons kosher salt

• 3 cups finely crushed corn flakes

• 3 tablespoons whole wheat flour

• 1 tablespoon chopped fresh thyme

• extra virgin olive oil, for brushing

Hot Honey

• 6 tablespoons butter

• 2 tablespoons honey

• 2-3 teaspoons cayenne pepper

• 1/2 teaspoon chili powder

• 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika

• 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder

• kosher salt

INSTRUCTIONS:

1. Add the chicken to a gallon size zip top bag. Pour the buttermilk and salt over the chicken. Toss well, cover and refrigerate 20 minutes or overnight.

2. Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F. Line a baking sheet with parchment.

3. Add the corn flake crumbs, flour, thyme, and a pinch of salt to a medium sized bowl. Stir to combine.

4. Remove each piece of chicken from the buttermilk, and dredge through the crumbs, pressing gently to adhere. Place on the prepared baking sheet. Repeat until all the chicken has been used. Make sure not to crowd your pan, if necessary use two baking sheets. Lightly brush the chicken with olive oil.

5. Transfer to the oven and bake for 15-20 minutes, then flip the chicken over and continue cooking another 10 minutes or until the chicken is cooked through. If using thighs, you may need to cook the chicken a little longer 

6. Meanwhile, make the hot honey. Melt together the butter, honey, cayenne, chili powder, paprika, garlic powder, and a pinch of salt. 

7. Brush or drizzle the chicken generously with hot honey and serve warm Enjoy!

 

SWEET & FLAKY BAKLAVA

Make for yourself or share with friends and family. Baklava is a simple dish made with honey and nuts, delicious as a desert or paired with your honey latte for a sweet morning start!

Recipe & Photo Credit: Greek Baklava

INGREDIENTS:

• 1 (16 ounce) package phyllo dough

• 1 pound chopped nuts

• 1 cup butter

• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon

• 1 cup water

• 1 cup white sugar

• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

• ½ cup honey

INSTRUCTIONS:

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).

2. Butter a 9x13 inch pan (bottom and sides).

3. While the oven heats, mix the chopped nuts with cinnamon and set aside.

4. Unroll phyllo dough, cutting to fit the pan, and cover with a dampened cloth to keep from drying out as you assemble.

5. Begin with two sheets of dough in pan, buttering thoroughly between each layer. Repeat this process until you have 8 sheets.

6. Sprinkle 2 - 3 tablespoons of nut mixture on top of your base. Top with two sheets of dough, butter as before, add nuts, repeating the process until there are 6 - 8 sheets left.

7. Layer the remaining 6-8 sheets as you layered the base, this will create the top crust.

8. Using a sharp knife cut into diamond or square shapes all the way to the bottom of the pan.
   (To achieve the diamond pattern, begin with three cuts leaving 4 long rows, then cut diagonally to desired shape.)

9. Bake for approximately 50 minutes or until golden brown.

10. While baking, make the sauce.

11. Boil sugar and water until sugar is melted into a syrup.

12. Add vanilla and honey, simmer and stir for roughly 20 minutes.

13. Once baking is complete, remove the baklava from oven and immediately spoon sauce over it.

14. Let cool uncovered, it gets soggy wrapped up, and enjoy!

Note: This is a great recipe to make ahead and freeze for family, friends, and visitors.

 

OATMILK HONEY LATTE

We found this amazing recipe on Pinch Of Yum. The perfect pick me up to warm you up when the weather gets chilly! Not only does the delicious honey add a touch of sweetness, but it will help soothe a scratchy throat, caused by the drying air.

Photo & Recipe Credit: Pinch Of Yum

INGREDIENTS:

• 3/4 cup oatmilk

• 1–2 tablespoons honey (depends how sweet you like it)

• tiny tiny pinch of salt

• 1/2 cup of strongly brewed coffee (decaf, in my case!)

• dusting of cinnamon, optional

INSTRUCTIONS:

1. Pour the oatmillk, honey, and salt into a glass jar. Microwave for about a minute, until very hot.

2. Put a cap on the jar and wrap with a towel (the metal lid will get hot). Shake until foamy and delicious.

3. Pour your milky mixture into a mug. Add coffee. Sprinkle with cinnamon. Your cozy morning awaits.

 

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