My husband and I always try to cook and bake in order to get the most nutrition out of our food. Raw honey makes snacking taste yummy while you do something great for your health at the same time. We came across this recipe by using what we had in our cupboards.

The taste was extraordinary! Sweet with a little bit of savory taste. We felt like we were really treating ourselves to something new and interesting with different flavors and enough protein to squelch hunger and give new energy to our bodies!

Recipe: Raw Honey Oat Cake

3/4 th cup oats

1/2 cup ground oats or oat flour

1/4th cup Bob’s Red Mill paleo flour (can sub for more oat flour)

1 cup sourdough starter (if you don’t have sourdough starter sub for an extra banana)

Stir and mix

In separate bowl

2 bananas (mash them down)

1/2 cup coconut oil

1/4th cup honey (can sub honey for 7 dates blended with 1/4th  cup water)

2 Tbl spoons Black Cumin seeds (also known as Sativa Nigella seeds) soaked in water

1 Tbl spoon chia seeds soaked in water (aka chia egg) (if you want to sub for actual egg you can)

1 tsp Cardamon 

1 tsp ground English breakfast tea leaves (optional for taste and antioxidant energy boost)

*1 Tbls flax seeds

Stir and mix, then combine flour and oat mixture and stir and mix

Pour over parchment paper on a 8×12 glass pyrex pan

Bake at 350F for 15min

2 Tbls honey- drizzle on top after slightly cooled so you do not lose any micronutrients-antioxidants or vitamins 

*2 Tbl spoons whole flax seeds

(Sprinkle on top or mix in or 1 Tbls sprinkle 1 Tbls mix)

2 Tbl spoons bee pollen sprinkle on top

Gently push down with a spoon into the honey 

Stick in the fridge for best storage or eat warm from the oven

Below are the some of the ingredients used. (I do not receive any kick-backs if you purchase them.)

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Our Story from the BeeGinning

Something Pristine

We bought property in Oregon. We wanted something pristine. A beautiful nature scape to share with family, friends, and athletes.  

Sweet Surprise

We purchased it from some farmers who grew too old to farm, and whose children moved away to work in the city. So, we got the land and didn’t know what sort of surprise awaited us. After having the property, we started to venture around it, and one day we decided to walk the entire perimeter of the property. One day we walked through what we thought was the edge of our property and explored the tree and timber area. Unexpectedly, we came upon a field full of flowers (lupine). We exclaimed a promised to each other, “Wow! This is a beautiful field of flowers! Let’s picnic here one day!”

The Buzzing

So the next day we fulfilled our promise. We hiked with our high protein packed picnic basket blanket in hand back to the lupine field. When we started walking to our spot, we heard this sound. At first, we thought it was mechanical. As we heard it, we started to realize it became louder as we went closer to the edge of the trees. At first, we thought that it was a water pump, buried under the bushes somewhere. As we walked further, towards the sound, we astonishingly foud buzzing and humming bees! Seeing bees swarming around us, we froze still and analyzed the situation. All things considered, we decided not to disturb them and to go find the proper gear, first. So we slowly traced our steps back through the bushes to the tree line and sat in the middle of the trees.

Putting on Our Bee Keeping Hats

At last we enjoyed our picnic and made a plan. Once we were home, we went to amazon.com and got bee outfits. Next, we called Nik’s cousin who is a (whatever the word is for bee professional) and asked him to come out and give us his professional opinion of the bees and evaluate their health.

Bee Evaluation

Although we are from farming families, neither of us really knew how to care for bees. Surprisingly, farmland of our own felt like a whole nother realm. Really, the hives astonished us and left us perplexed and asking questions, “What do they need? Are they healthy? Are they safe?”

Uncovering 27 Hives

So, my cousin flew down from Seattle and gave us his expert opinion. He uncovered 27 hives in the field! After discovering the hives, our cousin took one, in his truck, to his honey warehouse to test it for any pesticides or problems. When he reported back, he told us it was grade A honey, free from pesticides and mites. Mites are terrible, because they kill bees. Fortunately, the queen of that hive was strong, and the bees, though they had to endure the car ride to Seattle, were happy. Next, he cleaned the hive and harvested the extra honey and wax. Most importantly, being the “Bee Friendly” beekeeper that he is, he only harvested the extra honey and left the queen and her drones some to continue their lives and hive thriving.  Finally, he brought back honey for us to taste.

Powerful Taste

Since the flavor enamored us, and we tasted the goodness, we decided to share this golden treasure with the world . We proudly offer you raw, organic honey with the help of our family and happy bees. And we hope you will enjoy it and use it to Bee Even Stronger!

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…When energy levels flatten to zero. You need to find your Beast Mode!

It’s 3 or 4 pm and a wall of tiredness falls on you. No longer able to focus, you drift off to zombie mode or go for a coffee run. Instead of reaching for the coffee pot, try a spoonful of Bee Even Stronger honey. When you put it into your mouth and hold it under your tongue, the veins under the tongue will absorb the honey benefits bringing energy into the brain. That way, you will be able to finish your day strong with a refreshed and lightning-quick mind.

Why Natural Honey Energy Should  Replace   Your Caffeine-filled Pre-workout Drinks!

Real muscles built on Bee Even Stronger Honey (no pre-workout damage).

Instead of ingesting a chemical-filled drink that is seriously bad for you in the long run, try a spoonful of honey. It will boost your energy and increase longevity, adding many health benefits. Many pre-workout drinks wear out your heart, because they contain 3 to 4 times more caffeine compared to a cup of coffee. So, when combined with the adrenaline of a workout, it is just too much for the body to handle.  Some also have other dangerous ingredients that have even been banned; however, many companies are still sneaking the banned ingredients in, without writing it on the label.

HOW Does Honey Do It?

Being a fan of caffeine myself, I understand the need to feel a rush, especially after work or school to kick you into the ultimate beast mode. I was surprised to find that Honey naturally adds the perfect boost that your body needs. The natural glycogen in honey allows the steady release of glucose into the blood. This way your body is not using its stored muscle glycogen. So, as a result, you do not experience as much muscle fatigue.

Honey also contains B vitamins that are great for raising energy levels. So if you want that super-boost, take a spoonful of honey and let it sit in your mouth for a minute. You will taste that extreme honey bee energy flowing into your body. You can also try adding honey to green tea or a cup of coffee for a sweet and natural rush. Follow our Instagram Bee Even Stronger honey for even more diverse recipes and on the go energy booster ideas.

If you’re ready to switch your routine to the next level that is healthier for your body, Click Here to Get Your First Bee Even Stronger Jar and start feeling a natural Beast Mode!

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