• Skip to primary navigation
  • Skip to main content
  • Skip to primary sidebar
My Pure Plants
  • Home
  • Recipes
  • About
    • Contact us
    • Media & Press
  • Meal Plans
    • FREE 7-day Vegan Meal Plan (Only Easy Recipes!)
    • Quick Vegan Meals
    • Vegan Christmas Dinner
    • Vegan Thanksgiving Dinner
  • Guides
    • Eggplant
    • Oyster Mushrooms
    • TVP
menu icon
go to homepage
  • Recipes
  • Entrees
  • Soups
  • About
  • Subscribe
    • Facebook
    • Instagram
    • Pinterest
    • YouTube
  • subscribe
    search icon
    Homepage link
    • Recipes
    • Entrees
    • Soups
    • About
    • Subscribe
    • Facebook
    • Instagram
    • Pinterest
    • YouTube
  • ×

    Home > Guides

    The Best Vegan Honey Brands + Recipes

    By Emese Maczko on 07/22/2024 - May contain affiliate links. Please read our disclosure.

    Looking for some vegan honey to use in your plant-based recipes? This complete guide shares the best vegan honey brands and vegan honey recipes you and your family will love.

    5 glass jars of different honey substitutes all of which are light to dark orange syrups
    Jump to:
    • Is honey vegan?
    • 5 Best Vegan Honey Brands
    • 3 best vegan honey recipes
    • More articles on substitution

    Is honey vegan?

    The answer to this question is not as simple as it might seem.

    Honey, by definition, is a sweet, viscous food substance made by bees and some related insects. Bees produce honey from the sugary secretions of plants, or from secretions of other insects, through a process of regurgitation, enzymatic activity, and water evaporation.

    In general, a vegan diet excludes all forms of animal exploitation and cruelty, and this extends to insects as well.

    And so, many people following a strict vegan lifestyle choose to avoid honey because it is produced by bees. They believe that collecting honey involves the exploitation of the hard work of bees and may harm their health and well-being.

    However, there is a spectrum of beliefs within the vegan community. Some vegans choose to consume honey, particularly if it is sourced from small-scale, ethical beekeepers who prioritize the welfare of their bees.

    These beekeepers often leave plenty of honey for the bees to consume over winter, rather than replacing it with sugar water or other substitutes.

    For those who choose to avoid honey, there are many plant-based honey alternatives available, such as maple syrup, agave nectar, and date syrup.

    But if you are looking for some vegan honey options, keep reading to learn what the best vegan honey brands are.

    A heart shape puzzle of vegetables with a text overlay saying 7-day meal plan
    FREE 7-Day Vegan Meal Plan

    Subscribe to our newsletters and download it right now.

    5 Best Vegan Honey Brands

    If you want to try something other than the classic honey substitutes, here are some great brands that I highly recommend trying:

    1. BlenditUp Bee-free Vegan Honey

    BlendItUp Bee-Free Vegan Honey is a wonderful alternative to traditional honey, and it is completely vegan. This product is a perfect substitute for those who love the sweet, sticky goodness of honey but wish to avoid animal products.

    The primary ingredients in BlendItUp Bee-Free Vegan Honey are raw cane sugar and apple nectar, which give it a sweet and slightly tangy flavor.

    This vegan honey is not only delicious but also free from any artificial flavors, colors, or preservatives. Plus, it is even safe for babies!

    BlendItUp Bee-Free Vegan Honey is versatile and can be used in a variety of dishes. You can drizzle it over your morning oatmeal, spread it on a slice of fresh homemade bread, or even use it in your favorite vegan baking recipes.

    2. Pyure Harmless Hunny

    Pyure Harmless Hunny is made from organic stevia leaf extract, apple juice concentrate, and natural flavors. The result is a sweetener that is not only vegan but also low in calories and carbohydrates.

    Another great thing about this brand is that this vegan honey comes in a squeeze bottle, which makes it simple to measure out the exact amount you need for your recipes. Plus, it has a long shelf life, so you can keep it in your pantry whenever you need a touch of sweetness.

    3. ChocZero

    ChocZero makes some of the best sugar-free honey out there. This brand is vegan, keto-friendly, sugar-free, and even gluten-free.

    Easily use it as a sweetener for your tea, drizzle it on some keto bread, or use it in a 1:1 ratio to replace regular honey in any recipe you come across.

    What I love most about this brand is that this vegan honey is full of prebiotic fiber and is also lower in calories.

    4. Just Like Honey Rice Nectar

    Just Like Honey Rice Nectar is another great option if you are looking for the best vegan honey.

    It is a rich and delicious honey flavored rice nectar syrup which makes it ideal for vegans or anyone allergic to bee pollen.

    The taste, smell, and consistency of this hypoallergenic product are amazingly close to the real thing!

    5. The Single Origin Food Co. Vegan Un-Honey

    This is one of my favorite vegan honey brands. It is made from ethically sourced, sustainable, and organic ingredients, and the flavor is delicious.

    The best part is that it is available in three different flavors: chocolatey Medjool date Copper Vegan Un-Honey, raw juicy cane nectar Amber Vegan Un-Honey, and the unique tasting coconut nectar-based Blonde Vegan Un-Honey.

    I highly recommend trying it if you are looking for honey that has unique flavors. Even my non-vegan friends love it!

    3 best vegan honey recipes

    Apart from buying vegan honey from stores, you can even make it at home using basic ingredients. Here are some of my favorite recipes that I recommend you check out:

    1. Vegan apple juice and chamomile honey

    This vegan honey recipe balances the fruity flavor of apple juice with orange extract and chamomile tea.

    It is thick, rich, and perfect for slathering on your morning toast or for making a vegan Challah. 

    An apple slice is dipped in a dark brown syrup.

    2. Vegan dandelion honey

    This vegan dandelion honey is made by infusing dandelion flower heads with citrus.

    You can use this thin floral honey for adding to hot drinks, sauces, dressings, and baked goods too!

    Glass jar with yellow brown syrup with dandelions around it.

    3. Vegan corn honey

    Try this corn honey that is made using a surprising ingredient: corncobs!

    This jelly is based on a homesteading recipe and is perfect for drizzling on top of cakes, waffles, or even your Sunday morning cereal.

    A mason jar of orange brown syrup and a spoon is taking some.
    Different colorful vegetables drawn as icons on an orange background in a shape of a heart.

    ⇒ GET OUR FREE 7-DAY VEGAN MEAL PLAN E-BOOK NOW! OR CHECK OUT ALL VEGAN MEAL PLAN RECIPES! ⇐

    More articles on substitution

    • 5 glass jars of different honey substitutes all of which are light to dark orange syrups
      The Best 11 Honey Substitutes
    • Yellow tofu crumbles in a white frying pan sprinkled with fresh herbs and red pepper flakes. A wooden spatula is placed inside.
      22 Vegan Egg Substitutes
    • Different crumble-like food in small containers with a text overlay saying complete list of 30 breadcrumbs substitutes
      The Best 19 Breadcrumbs Substitutes
    • Substitutes of tapioca flour like white powders in small bowls, eggs, and veggie puree
      Best 9 Tapioca Flour Substitutes For All Your Needs
    • Cashews, coconut, sunflower seeds, pepitas around a small glass bowl with a light brown paste
      9 Best Tahini Substitutes
    • 4 mushrooms in a collage
      Best and Worst Oyster Mushroom Substitutes For Cooking
    12 shares

    Reader Interactions

    Leave a comment Cancel reply

    Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *

    Recipe Rating





    This site uses Akismet to reduce spam. Learn how your comment data is processed.

    Primary Sidebar

    Portrait of Emese and Nandi My Pure Plants

    Hi, we are Emese Maczkó and Nándor Barta, the founders and recipe creators behind My Pure Plants. We are sharing our knowledge and expertise in vegan recipes and encourage you to try home-cooked meals using locally-sourced, organic, whole foods.

    More about us →

    Reader Favorites

    • A large white bowl with white rice and sticky brown battered strips on top sprinkled with sesame seeds, orange peels and chopped spring onion
      Crispy Vegan Orange Chicken (Copycat Panda Express)
    • Lots of spring rolls cut in half and arranged in a semi-circular dish facing upwards around a brown dipping sauce.
      Crispy Rice Paper Spring Rolls
    • A burger with layers of green ruffled lettuce, yellow sauce, thin cheese slices, dark brown burger patty twice, sliced pickles and white chopped onion.
      Meaty Vegan TVP Burger (Big Mac Style)
    • Copycat IKEA Veggie Balls

    Hearty stews

    • Vegetable stew in a red white enameled Dutch oven with lots of chopped vegetables like potatoes, carrots, mushroom, celery and red kidney beans. Topped with freshly chopped green herbs.
      The Best Hearty Vegetable Stew
    • 2 white bowls with thick brown stew, lentils, chopped veggies and a couple of dumplings. The remaining stew is in a red-white Dutch oven.
      Vegan Stew with Dumplings
    • Red Dutch oven from above with a stew where you can see chopped potatoes, spinach leaves, carrot slices, tomatoes, and mushroom slices. Slices of bread is next to it. A hand is holding a spoon taking some from the middle
      Jackfruit Stew (Vegan Beef Stew)
    • Cast iron skillet with veggie stew topped with puff pastry in a lattice pattern.
      Vegan Pot Pie
    Portrait of Emese and Nandi My Pure Plants

    Hi, we are Emese Maczkó and Nándor Barta, the founders and recipe creators behind My Pure Plants. We are sharing our knowledge and expertise in vegan recipes and encourage you to try home-cooked meals using locally-sourced, organic, whole foods.

    More about us →

    Reader Favorites

    • A large white bowl with white rice and sticky brown battered strips on top sprinkled with sesame seeds, orange peels and chopped spring onion
      Crispy Vegan Orange Chicken (Copycat Panda Express)
    • Lots of spring rolls cut in half and arranged in a semi-circular dish facing upwards around a brown dipping sauce.
      Crispy Rice Paper Spring Rolls
    • A burger with layers of green ruffled lettuce, yellow sauce, thin cheese slices, dark brown burger patty twice, sliced pickles and white chopped onion.
      Meaty Vegan TVP Burger (Big Mac Style)
    • Copycat IKEA Veggie Balls

    Hearty stews

    • Vegetable stew in a red white enameled Dutch oven with lots of chopped vegetables like potatoes, carrots, mushroom, celery and red kidney beans. Topped with freshly chopped green herbs.
      The Best Hearty Vegetable Stew
    • 2 white bowls with thick brown stew, lentils, chopped veggies and a couple of dumplings. The remaining stew is in a red-white Dutch oven.
      Vegan Stew with Dumplings
    • Red Dutch oven from above with a stew where you can see chopped potatoes, spinach leaves, carrot slices, tomatoes, and mushroom slices. Slices of bread is next to it. A hand is holding a spoon taking some from the middle
      Jackfruit Stew (Vegan Beef Stew)
    • Cast iron skillet with veggie stew topped with puff pastry in a lattice pattern.
      Vegan Pot Pie

    Footer

    ^ back to top

    About

    • Contact
    • About
    • Media & Press
    • Privacy Policy
    • Terms & Conditions
    • Nutritional disclaimer
    • General Disclaimer

    Categories

    • Vegan Main Dishes
    • Vegan Soups
    • Vegan Desserts
    • Vegan Pasta Sauces
    • Vegan Sides

    Seasonal

    • Vegan Lentil Loaf
    • Vegan Shredded Chicken
    • Chickpea Mushroom Curry
    • Hokkaido Pumpkin Soup
    • Vegan Bechamel

    Quick links

    • TVP Recipes
    • Quick Vegan Meals
    • Creamy Vegan Soups
    • Rice Paper Recipes
    • Oyster Mushroom Recipes

    This website is a participant in the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program, an affiliate advertising program designed to provide a means for sites to earn advertising fees by advertising and linking to Amazon.

    Stock images for articles by Depositphotos.com.

    Copyright © 2018-2024

    12 shares