Strawberry season is in full swing, and that means it’s all hands on deck to preserve the harvest! Over the past few weeks, I’ve made several jars of strawberry jam, but this time I wanted to try something different. That’s how this recipe for strawberry honey came to be – a sweet, delicate spread bursting with the full flavor of ripe strawberries and smooth honey.
The result? A soft, luscious spread that pairs beautifully with a cheese board, stirred into yogurt or quark, or simply enjoyed… by the spoonful straight from the jar. I admit, I can’t keep my hands off it.
And the best part? You only need two ingredients!
No strawberries in your garden?
You can often find great deals in the supermarket during peak season! Keep an eye on promotions and stock up when the time is right.
Frozen strawberries?
This recipe works just as well with frozen strawberries. Just place them straight from the freezer into the pan and let them cook for 5 to 10 minutes longer, so they have time to thaw.
Why Honey Is So Much More Than Just Sweet
Honey is not just a natural sweetener – it also offers some surprising health benefits. It contains antioxidants, has mild antibacterial properties, and can soothe a sore throat. One interesting benefit, especially from local honey, is its potential to help with pollen allergies. Eating a small amount of local honey regularly may help your body build resistance to the pollen in your environment, potentially easing hay fever symptoms. It doesn’t work for everyone, but in mild cases, it can be helpful.
For children too, early exposure to a variety of allergens can reduce the risk of developing allergies. Just note: honey should not be given to children under one year old (as recommended by pediatric guidelines).
Strawberry Honey Recipe
Prep time: about 40 minutes
Shelf life: ± 1 month in a clean, airtight jar stored in a cool place
Ingredients
- 250 g (about ¾ cup) honey (liquid or solid)
- 200 g (about 1 ⅓ cups) strawberries
- 1 sterilized jam jar
Instructions
Prepare the strawberries:
Remove the green tops and cut the strawberries into small pieces.
Cook:
Place the strawberry pieces in a saucepan and let them simmer gently over low heat until they’re almost completely broken down – this takes about 30 to 40 minutes.
Important: Do not add water, as it will shorten the shelf life of your strawberry honey.
Optional – Puree:
Remove the pan from the heat. If you prefer a smooth texture, blend the mixture using an immersion blender.
Add the honey:
Add the honey to the warm (but not boiling) strawberry mixture.
- If using liquid honey, simply stir it in.
- If using solid honey, let it melt slowly over very low heat. Avoid high temperatures, as that can destroy honey’s beneficial properties.
Mix & Store:
Stir well to combine and pour the strawberry honey into a clean, airtight jar.
Store in a cool place. The honey will keep for about one month.
How to Enjoy Strawberry Honey
This strawberry honey is surprisingly versatile. Add a sweet touch to a cheese board – especially with soft cheeses like brie or goat cheese. It’s also delicious stirred into yogurt or quark as a lovely alternative to jam. Or spread it on a slice of homemade bread or brioche.
Variations
Add extra depth to your strawberry honey with herbs like lavender or thyme.
Place a few sprigs of lavender or thyme into the pan while the strawberries are simmering. Tie them into a small bundle (bouquet garni) and let them infuse the mixture gently. Remove the herbs before adding the honey.
- Thyme-infused strawberry honey is wonderful with brie, camembert, or soft goat cheese.
- Lavender-infused strawberry honey pairs beautifully with desserts.
Craving more strawberry recipes?
Try my grandmother’s traditional strawberry jam recipe, or this delicious strawberry-rhubarb sheet cake.