Honey Bee Candy Recipe For Winter Feeding

Making Bee Candy RecipeHey there, sweet friends! Today, we're diving into the delightful world of honey and bees. If you're ready to add a little buzz to your life, let’s get started on making some tasty bee candy. This recipe is perfect for treating your honey bees and keeping them healthy. Not only are you nurturing these little pollinators, but you're also engaging in an age-old practice that supports their wellbeing. Let’s get to it!

Making Bee Candy

This homemade bee candy is an essential treat for your honey bees during the colder months or when their foraging options are limited. Packed with all the goodness they need, this recipe ensures your bees stay happy and healthy. Plus, it’s super easy to make!

Ingredients:

2 cups sugar
1 cup water
1/4 cup corn syrup
1/4 teaspoon lemon juice

Instructions:

Start by combining the sugar, water, corn syrup, and lemon juice in a saucepan. Heat it gently over medium heat.
Stir the mixture until the sugar dissolves completely. Keep stirring to avoid any burning at the bottom.
Once the sugar is dissolved, bring the mix to a boil without stirring. You want it to reach a temperature of about 240°F (soft ball stage).
Once you reach the right temperature, remove the saucepan from the heat and let it cool slightly.
While it’s cooling, prepare some molds or a baking sheet lined with parchment paper for the candy to harden.
Carefully pour the syrup into your molds or onto the baking sheet. Allow it to cool completely to firm up.
Once cooled, you can break the candy into small pieces and store it in an airtight container until you’re ready to share with your bees.

And there you have it! Your very own bee candy ready to keep those precious bees buzzing. They’ll thank you for the tasty treat, especially when their food sources are scarce. Happy beekeeping!