You can enjoy Mānuka honey straight from the spoon, drizzle it over yoghurt or toast, or use it in savoury pairings and dressings. Start with a little and adjust to taste, particularly when combining it with sweet fruit.
Kinloch’s Mānuka honey has earthy and floral notes. Plain yoghurt and ricotta give those flavours room, while cheese and mustard offer a savoury contrast. Here are five ways to use it in everyday meals.
How can you serve Mānuka honey with yoghurt?
Swirl Mānuka honey into plain yoghurt, then add fruit and nuts for a simple breakfast or snack. Try Greek yoghurt with sliced pear and walnuts, or plain yoghurt with berries and pumpkin seeds.
Leave the honey lightly swirled through for pockets of flavour rather than stirring it in completely. Using unsweetened yoghurt lets you choose the balance of sweetness yourself.
How do you add Mānuka honey to porridge?
Drizzle Mānuka honey over cooked porridge just before serving. Add sliced banana and cinnamon, or try chopped apple with walnuts.
Adding the honey after the other toppings lets you taste the bowl before sweetening it. Ripe banana may provide much of the sweetness already, while a sharper apple gives a different balance.
For a quick variation, stir a spoonful of plain yoghurt into the porridge and finish with honey and chopped nuts.
What goes well with Mānuka honey on toast?
Mānuka honey works with buttered toast, ricotta or nut butter. Spread your chosen topping first, then drizzle the honey across it.
Try ricotta with sliced pear for a creamy, fresh combination. For a savoury option, use unsweetened peanut butter and a little honey on wholemeal toast.
A thicker slice of toast provides a firm base for soft toppings. Add the honey when you’re ready to eat.
Can you pair Mānuka honey with cheese?
Serve Mānuka honey alongside cheddar or a creamy cheese, with plain crackers. The honey adds sweetness against the savoury cheese, so begin with a small dab on each bite.
A simple plate of cheddar, apple slices, crackers and honey is enough to explore the pairing. Put the honey in a separate dish so everyone can choose their own balance.
If you prefer softer cheese, try a little honey over brie on a cracker, with a piece of walnut for crunch.
How can you use Mānuka honey in a dressing?
Mix Mānuka honey with lemon juice and mustard, then whisk in olive oil to make a sweet and sharp dressing. Combine the honey with the lemon juice first to help loosen it before adding the oil.
Taste the dressing on a salad leaf before adjusting it. Add more lemon if it tastes too sweet, or a little more honey if it is too sharp.
Spoon over mixed leaves with apple and walnuts, or use it to finish a lentil salad. Add gradually and toss so the dressing coats the ingredients without overwhelming them.
You can try these combinations with Kinloch MGO 600+ Mānuka honey. Start with a meal you already enjoy and use the honey as a finishing ingredient.
For care between servings, see our guide to how to store Mānuka honey.