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Smooth, spreadable, strained honey
In season: Spring · Summer · Autumn · Winter
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 tablespoon (medium) of Strained Cream Honey (20 g) has 64 calories. That works out to 320 calories per 100 g. It contains 16 g of carbs, 0.1 g of protein, 0 g of fat and 0 g of fiber. Its glycemic index is 60 (high), so it raises blood sugar quickly.
Selected: 1 tablespoon (medium) · 20 g
64
KCAL / 20G
Carbs
16g
· 6% DV
Protein
0.1g
· 0% DV
Fat
0g
· 0% DV
Fiber
0g
· 0% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 99% · Protein 1% · Fat 0%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 64 kcal | |
| Total fat | 0 g | 0% |
| Saturated fat | 0 g | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 0.8 mg | 0% |
| Total carbohydrate | 16 g | 6% |
| Fiber | 0 g | 0% |
| Protein | 0.1 g | 0% |
Calories: Calories measure energy. Average daily need is 2,000 kcal. Excess calories are stored as fat, too few cause weight loss.
Carbs: Your body's primary energy source. The brain runs exclusively on carbs. Daily need: 275g.
Protein: Essential for muscle repair and cell growth. Daily need: 50g. Keeps you full and boosts metabolism.
Fat: Needed for hormone production and vitamin absorption. Daily need: 78g. Limit saturated fats, choose unsaturated.
Fiber: Critical for digestive health and satiety. Daily need: 28g. Stabilizes blood sugar, lowers cholesterol.
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| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 tablespoon (medium) | 20 g | 64 kcal |
| 1 teaspoon (small) | 7 g | 22 kcal |
| 1 slice (thin) | 15 g | 48 kcal |
| 1 slice (thick) | 25 g | 80 kcal |
| 1 piece (medium) | 30 g | 96 kcal |
| 2 tablespoon (large) | 40 g | 128 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 50 g | 160 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 320 kcal |
| 1 cup (jumbo) | 320 g | 1024 kcal |
Calculated from 320 calories per 100 g.
Yes, strained cream honey is honey. Straining removes wax and other particles, while its smooth, spreadable texture comes from fine honey crystals rather than a whipped cream or dairy ingredient.
They usually refer to the same style of honey: honey with a smooth, spreadable texture created by managing crystallisation. “Whipped” describes the preparation, but the finished product is not dairy cream.
Strained cream honey is made by filtering honey and encouraging it to form very fine crystals. The controlled crystallisation gives it a thick, smooth texture instead of the coarse graininess that can develop in ordinary crystallised honey.
Strained cream honey is thick because its fine sugar crystals give it a spreadable structure. Unlike runny honey, it does not flow easily at room temperature, which makes it convenient for spreading on toast.
No, strained cream honey does not need refrigeration. Keep it sealed in a cool, dry cupboard; chilling can make the texture firmer and may encourage further crystallisation.
Yes, you can use strained cream honey in baking just like other honey. It may take a little longer to mix into a batter because it is thick, so soften it gently first if needed.
Yes, strained cream honey can replace liquid honey in most recipes. Its sweetness is similar, but its thick texture can make it harder to measure or stir in; warming it gently makes mixing easier.
Strained cream honey keeps well when stored sealed and kept dry, but moisture or food debris can lead to fermentation. Discard it if it develops an unusual sour smell, bubbles, or other clear signs of spoilage.
Spread strained cream honey on toast, biscuits, or pancakes, or spoon it onto porridge. Its thick texture makes it less messy than runny honey, so it also works well as a sandwich spread.
Place the closed jar of strained cream honey in warm water and let it soften gradually. Avoid boiling water or direct heat, which can overheat the honey and reduce its delicate aroma.
Vitamins
B2
0.01mg · 1% DV
B5
0.01mg · 0% DV
B6
0mg · 0% DV
B1
0mg · 0% DV
Minerals
Copper
0.01mg · 1% DV
Iron
0.08mg · 0% DV
Potassium ⭐
10mg · 0% DV
Selenium
0.16µg · 0% DV
Sodium
0.8mg · 0% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 64 calories in 1 tablespoon (medium) (20 g):
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Strained Cream Honey is honey that has been strained and given a smooth, spreadable, creamy texture. Its colour and floral notes vary with the nectar source; the fine, even consistency makes it easy to spread without the usual runny drip.
It is enjoyed on toast or biscuits, stirred into porridge or yoghurt, and served with breakfast or an afternoon cup of tea. In Turkey, honey is also a familiar part of the breakfast table, often paired with bread and cheese. Nutritionally, it is mostly carbohydrate: 100 g provides 80 g. A little goes a long way, so try it as a topping rather than adding a large spoonful to an already sweet dish.
Low
How many vitamins, minerals and how much fiber this food carries per calorie. A high score means a lot of nutrition for few calories.
Low
An EatBetter score computed from fiber, protein and calorie density. A high score means staying full longer on the same calories.
Both scores are calculated per 100 g and do not change with the selected portion. The satiety score is EatBetter's own calculation, not a clinical measure.
NOVA 2
Minimally Processed
1. Unprocessed
2. Minimally Processed
3. Processed
4. Ultra-Processed
NOVA classifies foods into 4 groups by industrial processing. NOVA 1 (unprocessed) is the healthiest.
No known major allergens
Vegan
— Not suitable
Vegetarian
✓ Suitable
Gluten-Free
✓ Suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
✓ Suitable
Paleo
✓ Suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
0g
MONOUNSATURATED
0g
POLYUNSATURATED
0g
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.