Easy Way to Liquify Crystallized Honey
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- čas přidán 6. 09. 2024
- Raw honey will crystallize at some point in time. This is a very natural process and should be expected. There are a number of ways to liquefy it again, but some of the ways will destroy the raw properties and eventually degrade the quality of the honey. Here’s an easy and effective way of removing the sugar crystals without destroying the raw properties of the honey. Note, that honey will crystallize again over time because of the unstable nature of the sugar to water ratio within the honey.
To see my original video explaining why crystals form, if the honey is safe to eat, and addressing other questions regarding honey, please watch this... • Is Crystallized Honey OK?
To decrystallize honey using an electric range or a gas range without a constantly lit pilot light:
Place the jar of honey on the rack in the middle of the oven away from the light bulb. Turn on the light, but do NOT turn on the oven. Leave it there and eventually it will liquefy. The heat from the light bulb will gently warm the honey, while keeping the temperature within a safe range so the raw properties of the honey (ie. enzymes) are not destroyed. This will take hours, with the actual length of time unknown. It depends on how much honey is in the jar and the type, size, and amount of sugar crystals that were formed. This process could easily be accomplished overnight, or while you’re away at work during the day.
If you have a range with a constantly lit pilot light:
In this case, your oven may already be warm. It’s advisable to take the temperature inside the oven, measuring the heat generated only from the pilot light. If it’s between 80F and 110F, it may be enough to bring the honey back into its liquid form without the added heat of the light bulb. If it’s between 80F and 110F, it may be enough to bring the honey back into its liquid form without the added heat of the light bulb. Simply place the jar of honey on the rack in the middle of the oven and leave it there for an extended period of time, usually overnight or while you're away at work during the day. The length of time it takes will depend upon the actual temperature of the oven and the type and amount of sugar crystals in the honey.
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This worked really well. I had to leave it in the oven with the light on all night.
I'm glad this worked for you! Thanks for watching and sharing, Gale :)
Once u heat honey it’s become perfect wether in oven or in water...however, after few days or may be one day it doesn’t crystallise but it will lose its original viscosity and becomes much more viscous just like a caramel so in my opinion heating is not a good option....once heat, always keep on heating to maintain its original viscosity.....just my experience
Hi Hamza! Thanks for watching and sharing! :)
hi judy just me again. another reason i love your content. i live in ireland and your videos always arrive lunchtime. its a sure way to get an appetite. hungry or not xo
Oh Kirk...you just brought a big smile to my face and a hearty laugh! Thank you SO much for sharing! I had no idea you were in Ireland and watching my videos at lunchtime! Bless you my friend! Thanks again :)
I have a 1 gallon container that’s plastic will this work
That's a BIG container of honey! Since crystallized honey tends to recrystallize quickly, if it's at all possible, it might be best to liquefy only a little at a time...pretty much what's needed or just a little more (IF you can get it out of the container). Otherwise, you may find yourself treating it regularly and that may affect it in the long run. Thanks for watching and asking. I hope this helps :)
Just saw your video - great idea.. The honey is in the oven as I write this....
Hi MrBill C! Thanks for watching and sharing! I'm glad the video was helpful to you :)
This is a really great idea. Thank you for making the video. I have a 3 kg bottle of Wildflower honey so I'll leave it in the oven. It might have to be in there for a few weeks though LOL
Oh my! Well, I hope it works for you!! Thanks for watching and sharing :)