If you're looking to avoid refined sugar over the holiday season, you've definitely got your work cut out for you. It seems like everywhere we turn there is some new sweet or savory treat calling our name—cookies, pies, breads—and almost all of them are packed with white sugar.
Instead of waving the white flag and giving up on our dietary values for the season, we like to do things a little differently here at the hive. We sweeten our holiday treats lightly and naturally—just a touch of hive superfood sweetness here and there. And to be honest, our dishes taste so much better for it.
Want to join in on the cleaner festive eating without feeling deprived? Here are 3 of our fave holiday recipes from the hive—so you can enjoy all the flavors and indulgences the holiday season has to offer, without the highly processed guilt. Enjoy!
ROASTED BALSAMIC HONEY BRUSSELS
gluten-free, paleo, vegetarian, dairy-free {serves 3-4}
The best way to describe this dish? Vegetable candy. Perfectly crisp, salty, and lightly sweet—no Brussels sprout in history has ever tasted this good. Who needs a main dish anyway? Bring on the greens!
ingredients
1 1⁄2 lbs Brussels sprouts
3 Tbsp olive oil
2 Tbsp balsamic vinegar
1 Tbsp Raw Wildflower Honey
Pomegranate seeds
Salt and pepper, to taste
* Optional toppings: toasted walnuts, bacon, coconut bacon
directions
SUPERFOOD CHOCOLATE PARFAIT with COCONUT CREAM
gluten-free, paleo, vegetarian, dairy-free {serves ~4-6}
Not only is this the thick, chocolatey parfait that wellness dreams are made of, but it requires ZERO cooking—a *major* holiday win. Plus, it’s loaded with nourishing whole foods which are perfectly sweetened with our Superfood Cacao Honey, so you can feel good about indulging in seconds.
ingredients
2 large avocados
1⁄4 cup Superfood Cacao Honey
2 Tbsp raw cacao powder
1⁄2 tsp vanilla extract
6 sprays of Propolis Spray
Sea salt (to taste)
Coconut cream (or sub with coconut yogurt)
*Optional toppings: bee pollen, coconut cream, coconut flakes, sliced nuts , pomegranate
directions
- Combine all ingredients except for the coconut cream in a high-speed blender. Blend until smooth and creamy. Season to taste.
- To assemble, spoon the chocolate into a mason jar or tall glass. Layer with coconut cream and additional mousse on top. Add your favorite toppings and devour immediately, or chill until firm (about 1-2 hours) before serving.
BEEGAN HOT CHOCOLATE
gluten-free, paleo, dairy-free
This creamy hot cacao is a superfood unto itself, sweetened with our supremely indulgent Superfood Cacao Honey. Sorry to break it to you, but you’ll never be able to drink powdered mix again.
ingredients
4 cups hot water
2-3 cinnamon sticks
1⁄4 cup Superfood Cacao Honey
1⁄2 cup coconut butter
* 1 Tbsp cacao powder for extra richness (optional)
directions
1. Add all ingredients to a small saucepan and warm gently over medium heat, until the honey has dissolved. Add a pinch of sea salt or cayenne pepper for a spicy kick.
