What is Whipped Honey?

Whipped Honey is a specialty product with a smooth, creamy, and spreadable consistency. Also known as creamed honey, honey butter, churned honey, or spun honey, it differs significantly from traditional liquid honey.

Regular honey flows freely and may crystallize unevenly over time. Whipped honey maintains a consistent, spreadable texture similar to soft butter that sits solidly in the jar without dripping.

Crystallization in honey isn't spoilage, it indicates purity. All raw honey naturally crystallizes as glucose separates from the solution. Whipped honey controls this process to ensure uniformly tiny crystals form throughout.

The science involves managing crystallization to produce extremely fine crystals instead of the large, coarse ones that form naturally. These microcrystals give whipped honey its signature smooth consistency.

Creation begins with warming raw honey to dissolve existing crystals, then adding "seed honey" (about 10%) containing fine crystals as a template. Temperature control around 57°F (14°C) and regular stirring prevent large crystal formation.

Professor Elton J. Dyce of Cornell University developed and patented this controlled crystallization technique in 1928. His method revolutionized honey processing by addressing the challenges of messiness and uneven crystallization.

To make whipped honey, you'll need:

• 1 pound (about 2 cups) of high-quality raw honey

• 1-2 ounces (2-4 tablespoons) of starter whipped honey as "seed"

• A clean glass jar with a tight-fitting lid

• A mixing bowl

• A sturdy spoon or spatula

• Food thermometer (optional but helpful)

1. Gentle Heating : Warm your raw honey to about 100°F (38°C) by placing the jar in a bowl of warm water. This temperature dissolves existing crystals without damaging honey's beneficial properties.

2. Seed Integration : Once warmed, transfer honey to a mixing bowl and add your starter whipped honey (approximately 10% of total volume).

3. Thorough Mixing : Stir thoroughly for 5-10 minutes until completely blended. Avoid incorporating excessive air. The goal is even distribution of seed crystals.

4. Temperature Control : Transfer the mixture to your clean jar and seal tightly. Place in a location with a stable temperature between 55-60°F (13-16°C). A wine cooler or refrigerator door can work well.

5. Daily Stirring : For the first 3-4 days, open the jar once daily and stir the honey for 1-2 minutes to prevent large crystal formation.

6. Patience : Allow the honey to sit undisturbed for 10-14 days. During this time, crystallization will progress throughout the mixture.

Whipped Honey retains all the nutritional benefits of liquid honey while offering a different sensory experience. The controlled crystallization process preserves the natural goodness while transforming the texture.

While the fundamental taste remains similar to liquid honey, whipped honey often presents a more complex sensory experience. The smooth texture affects how flavors release on the palate, sometimes making it taste subtly more intense.

The flavor profile depends primarily on the floral source. Clover honey produces a mild, sweet whipped honey, while buckwheat creates a robust version with deeper notes. Orange blossom varieties offer delicate citrus undertones.

Nutritionally, whipped honey provides:

• Natural sugars (primarily fructose and glucose)

• Small amounts of B-complex vitamins and vitamin C

• Minerals such as calcium, potassium, and magnesium

• Beneficial enzymes and antioxidants

A one-tablespoon serving contains approximately 64 calories, 17g carbohydrates, and various trace minerals.

Whipped honey offers several health benefits:

• Provides quick, natural energy from easily digestible sugars

• Contains antioxidants that help combat oxidative stress

• Supports digestive health through prebiotic effects

• Possesses natural antibacterial properties

Many find whipped honey effective for sore throats because its thickness allows it to coat the throat longer than liquid honey, extending the soothing effect.

Whipped honey represents a delightful transformation of traditional honey that delivers both practical benefits and enhanced culinary experiences. Its spreadable consistency solves many of the common challenges associated with liquid honey while retaining all the natural goodness and nutritional properties that make honey so valuable in our diets.

Smiley Honey harvests pure, raw honey from carefully maintained hives across the Southeast's diverse wildflower meadows to create exceptionally smooth whipped honey. Our small-batch production method ensures each jar maintains perfect crystallization for that signature spreadable texture customers love.