If you and your family want to eat healthier this winter skip the holiday chocolates and other sugar filled desserts and try some Honeybell Tangelos instead. Tangelos are a type of fruit that has been eaten for more than 3,000 years all around the world. Honeybell Tangelos are sweet, juicy cousins of the orange and are a delicious treat during the winter months when fresh produce is not always easy to find. Honeybells have a very limited growing season and are only available from January through early February each year. Ordering Honeybells early is recommended by growers since the demand for these delicious citrus fruits far exceeds the amount of available fruit each year. Many sellers have sold out of their entire Honeybell crop months before the Honeybells are ready to ship.

Honeybells are often referred to as oranges but they are not really oranges. They are related to oranges but Honeybells are a hybrid of a tangerine and a grapefruit, which is why they are so sweet and juicy. The Honeybell as it is grown in the US was first grown in 1931 and is the most popular type of Tangelo sold in the US. Honeybell Tangelos have many of the same health benefits as other citrus fruits like oranges, although they are usually more expensive than oranges because they grow in limited quantities during a limited growing season each year. The bright colored Honeybell zest adds a beautiful garnish to winter stews, chicken or turkey dishes, and decadent desserts.

Honeybells are known for their bright orange color, super sweet taste, and large amounts of juice. Fresh Honeybell juice is a delight for breakfast, and also adds a lot of rich flavor to smoothies and other drinks. Honeybell juice is packed with Vitamin C and other vitamins and minerals that will help boost your immune system and help you stay healthy even if you live in a cold snowy climate. Because of their beautiful color and juiciness Honeybells are a great addition to salads as well as desserts. Honeybell jams and jellies are a great alternative to traditional berry preserves. Homemade Honeybell marmalade or jam is a great holiday gift for friends and family. Honeybell Tangelos are also a great addition to holiday centerpieces and as a dessert alternative to chocolate and other desserts at holiday parties. Honeybell champagne punch is a decadent treat for a New Year's Eve party that all your guests will love.