Got honey?
Honey, Honey, Honey must be funny in an oversugar world.
You’ve heard it everywhere…
Read the sugars.
Watch the sugars.
Substitute the sugars.
No sugar. Low sugar. Too much sugar.
If I hear sugar one more time, I won’t sound very sweet. But here’s the good news, friends!
You don’t have to live in the land of fake sweeteners or bland flavors.
You can make a simple switch that your body will thank you for, and it’s been sitting in your cupboard all along—honey.
Got the sniffles? Have some local honey. That’s right, raw local honey can help ease allergies and soothe seasonal sickness. Isn’t it incredible how God provides what we need right from creation?
Here’s another win—honey has a lower score than pure sugar on the glycemic index, meaning it won’t spike your blood sugar as fast. According to the USDA, the average American consumes over 60 pounds of added sugar each year. Imagine swapping even a fraction of that with a natural, more beneficial option.
Swap out the sugar-filled jelly and make peanut butter and honey sandwiches instead. If dessert is calling your name, a spoonful of honey can satisfy the craving without pulling you into the cycle of overindulging.
And here’s a fun fact— you know I love, love facts! Honey even reacts differently to moisture in the air than processed sugar. That’s why bakers sometimes prefer it for texture and richness.
Want a recipe to test it out? Try this easy sweet treat that won’t cost you coffee-shop prices:
Two sheets of premade pie crust dough (or homemade if you’re fancy).
One large apple or two small ones, thinly sliced.
Half a lemon, squeezed.
One teaspoon nutmeg.
One teaspoon cinnamon.
A quick drizzle of honey.
Two cups boiling water.
Pour the hot water over the apples, lemon juice, spices, and honey. Let it sit for 10–15 minutes. Preheat oven to 425. Cut pie crusts into six pieces each. Spoon apples in the center, dunk the top crust lightly in the soaking water, then press edges together with a fork. Drizzle with honey, sprinkle cinnamon, and bake for 15 minutes.
Cost? Around $4 for a half dozen. Coffee shops would charge you closer to $25.
A little swap makes a big difference. Sweet, simple, and natural.
Sweet Baking Dreams,
Rach
Rachel Redlin is a columnist, author, journalist, and award-winning radio host. She lives in Northwest Kansas with her husband and five children, where she writes about faith, food, and the simple everyday life. Want to read more or contact us? You can subscribe to the FREE newsletter at www.simplybloominggrace.com
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