Ingredients
1 1/2 cups GOLDEN BLOSSOM HONEY
4 tablespoons butter
2 cups flour
1 tablespoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
2 tablespoons grated orange zest
2 tablespoons grated lemon zest
3 teaspoons ground cinnamon
2 teaspoons ground nutmeg
1/2 teaspoon ground cloves
1/2 cup walnuts or hazelnuts, chopped
1/4 cup dried apricots, chopped
1/4 cup black currants or black raisins
1/4 cup yellow raisins
1 1/2 cups flour
Honey Tips
Honey Flavors and Colors
Honey has different flavors and colors, depending on the location and kinds of flowers the bees visit. Climatic conditions of the area also influence its flavor and color.
Directions
Grease an 11×15-inch jelly roll pan.
Warm honey and butter in a saucepan over a low flame. In a large bowl, sift together flour, baking powder and salt. Combine honey and flour mixtures. Batter will be thick. Stir in orange and lemon zest, spices, nuts and fruits. Add remaining 1 1/2 cups of flour and mix until combined.
Press dough into jelly roll pan, spreading evenly. Bake for 15 minutes or until golden. Slice into bars while still warm.
Yields: 3 dozen bars