Pure Raw Organic Honey (Direct Sourcing Alternative)
Nature Nate's Raw & Unfiltered Honey is already a clean, single-ingredient product containing only 100% pure organic honey with no additives, preservatives, or seed oils. This product requires no reverse-engineering as it represents honey in its purest commercial form. The only 'DIY' alternative would be beekeeping or sourcing directly from local beekeepers.
Based on: Raw & Unfiltered Honey
· Makes approximately 23 servings per pound
· Serving: 1 Tbsp (21g)
Why This Recipe is Seed Oil Free
Commercial Raw & Unfiltered Honey from Nature Nate's often contains inflammatory seed oils like canola, soybean, or sunflower oil. This homemade version replaces them with healthier fats like butter, ghee, coconut oil, or avocado oil — giving you the same great taste without the processed oils.
The original Raw & Unfiltered Honey may also contain artificial dyes. Check it on DyeFreeCheck to find out.
Ingredients
Raw organic honey
454g (1 pound) · Local beekeeper or certified organic honey (alternatives: Really Raw Honey, Y.S. Eco Bee Farms, or Wholesome Sweeteners Organic Raw Honey)
Provides natural sweetness, enzymes, antioxidants, and trace minerals that are preserved in raw, unprocessed honey
Instructions
Step 1. No preparation is required as this is a single-ingredient natural product. Simply source high-quality raw, unfiltered organic honey from a trusted supplier. Look for honey that is labeled as 'raw' and 'unfiltered' to ensure it retains its natural enzymes, antioxidants, and beneficial compounds. The honey should be thick and may contain natural crystallization or small particles of pollen and beeswax, which are signs of minimal processing.
Step 2. When selecting honey, verify it comes from organic-certified apiaries where bees forage on pesticide-free flowers and plants. The honey should never be heated above 115°F during extraction to preserve heat-sensitive nutrients and enzymes. Check that the supplier provides transparency about their harvesting methods and hive management practices.
Step 3. Store the honey in its original glass jar or transfer to a clean glass container with a tight-fitting lid. Keep at room temperature in a cool, dark place away from direct sunlight. Raw honey has an indefinite shelf life and may naturally crystallize over time - this is normal and doesn't indicate spoilage. To liquefy crystallized honey, gently warm the jar in warm (not hot) water.
Step 4. Use exactly as you would the commercial product: 1 tablespoon (21g) provides the same nutritional profile and sweetening power. Raw honey works identically to processed honey in recipes but offers superior nutritional benefits including live enzymes, antioxidants, and trace minerals that are destroyed during commercial pasteurization and filtering processes.
Storage
Store at room temperature in original glass jar or airtight glass container. Indefinite shelf life. Natural crystallization is normal and reversible with gentle warming in warm water.
Cost Comparison
Cost per serving (homemade)$0.60
Cost per serving (store-bought)$0.65
Savings8%
Minimal savings since Nature Nate's is already competitively priced for organic honey. The value lies in supporting local beekeepers and potentially getting fresher, more local honey with unique floral profiles from your region.