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Enjoy this Fig Smoothie at the perfect moment, when figs come into season, and when honey is harvested at the very same moment. There's something magical about combining two of nature's sweetest gifts when they're both at their peak – fresh figs from our tree and our raw Eastern Shore honey, both ready for harvest in late summer.
Figs are my very favorite fruit. My husband and I planted a fig tree here on Chesterhaven Beach Farm about five years ago from a graft my friend Joyce grafted from one of her most prolific fig trees. Today our tree stands taller than I, and it's a pleasure to witness nature at its finest. Did you know that honeybees do not pollinate figs? Wasps do. And the story is fascinating.
Maryland sits at the northernmost edge where figs can successfully grow, making our Eastern Shore location particularly special for cultivating these Mediterranean treasures. We have good years for figs and not-so-great years for figs on the eastern shore. In a brutal winter, the fig tree usually doesn't give much fruit the following summer. As you would expect, figs are abundant if we are graced with a mild winter. We are having an amazing fig year this year! There are hundreds, if not thousands, of figs on our beautiful tree.
At the height of fig season, I am always exploring new recipes besides this fresh fig smoothie to make with them. Our fig crostini recipe transforms fresh figs into an elegant appetizer, while our fig compote recipe helps preserve the harvest's bounty for months of enjoyment. Figs are a versatile fruit, filled with natural flavor and sweeteners, perfect for many dishes and desserts.
How to Make Fig Smoothie
This honey fig smoothie celebrates the perfect timing of our dual harvest season. The natural sweetness of our raw Eastern Shore honey enhances the fig flavors without overpowering their delicate taste, creating a smoothie that tastes like summer in a glass.
Ingredients (serves 2):
- Almond milk (or unsweetened almond milk, oat milk, or coconut milk)
- Ice
- Ripe banana (or frozen banana for thicker consistency)
- Fresh figs, stems removed
- Medjool dates, pitted
- Bee Inspired Eastern Shore Honey (our Tupelo Honey adds beautiful floral notes)
- Cinnamon
- Vanilla extract
Optional Add-ins:
- Almond butter
- Chia seeds
- Vanilla protein powder
Instructions:
- Place all ingredients in your blender, adding the honey last to prevent sticking
- Blend until smooth, about one minute
- Pour into glasses and garnish with cocoa nibs, hemp hearts, or flax seeds
- Serve immediately for the best texture
Pro Tip: For a smoothie bowl version, use less milk to create a thicker consistency, then top with fresh fruit slices, granola, and an extra drizzle of honey!
Adapting Your Honey Fig Smoothie
A recipe isn't perfect until you've added your personal touch. Here are some ways to customize this smoothie:
- Add half an avocado for extra creaminess and healthy fats
- Replace almond milk with coconut water for a lighter, more tropical flavor
- Use frozen bananas instead of fresh for an ice-cream-like texture
- Add spinach or kale for hidden greens (the figs and honey mask any bitter taste)
- Try different honey varietals - our Wildflower Honey offers deeper, more complex notes
- Make it protein-rich with your favorite nut butter or protein powder
Try making homemade almond milk for an extra special touch
Shop the Recipe
This recipe is perfectly portioned for our 11oz honey jars, and you'll have plenty left for drizzling on toast or stirring into tea. Planning to make this smoothie regularly? Stock up when you buy 3 jars of non-royale honey and save 10% automatically – perfect for doubling the recipe when you have guests!
Recommended Honey Varietals for This Recipe:
- Tupelo Honey: Light, floral notes that complement fig's sweetness
- Mixed Berry Honey: Richer, more complex flavors that add depth
- Blueberry Honey: A subtle berry note that pairs beautifully with figs
More Fig Recipe Ideas
Don't let your fig harvest go to waste! Explore our complete collection of fig recipes:
- Fig Crostini - Perfect for entertaining with honey drizzle
- Fig Compote - Preserve your harvest to enjoy year-round
- Honey Pepper Fresh Figs - A sophisticated appetizer
The Perfect Harvest Timing
There's something special about enjoying ingredients at their peak moment. Our figs ripen just as we're harvesting our summer honey, making this smoothie a true celebration of the season. The natural enzymes and flavor compounds in our raw, unfiltered honey perfectly complement the fresh figs' natural sweetness.
This high-fiber smoothie makes the perfect on-the-go breakfast, post-workout snack, or healthy dessert. The natural sugars from both figs and honey provide sustained energy, while the combination creates a satisfying treat that feels indulgent but nourishes your body.
Ready to make your own honey fig smoothie? Shop our Eastern Shore honey collection and taste the difference that raw, artisanal honey makes in every sip.
