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Hot honey in a clear lidded jar.

Hot Honey Sauce Recipe

Sweet, spicy, and perfectly drizzle-able, this homemade hot honey adds bold flavor to chicken, salmon, roasted veggies, pizza, fruit, and more. An easy healthy condiment made with simple ingredients in just 5 minutes.
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Author Kori Butler
Prep Time 2 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 7 minutes
Course seasoning, sauces, and marinade
Cuisine American
Servings 12
Calories 65 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • ¾ cup honey
  • 1 to 2 teaspoons crushed red pepper flakes
  • ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoon apple cider vinegar
  • Tiny pinch kosher salt

Instructions
 

  • Add honey, red pepper flakes, smoked paprika, and salt to a small saucepan. Warm over low heat for 3 to 5 minutes - just until infused and fragrant. Do not boil.
    Adding all the hot honey ingredients to a saucepan then warming on a stove.
  • Remove from heat and stir in apple cider vinegar. Let sit 5 to 10 minutes for stronger heat if desired.
    Stirring apple cider vinegar into the hot honey in a saucepan.
  • Optional: Strain the pepper flakes while the honey is still warm, or leave them in for extra spicy flavor.
    Straining the hot honey through a sieve
  • Store hot honey in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 6 months. Keep it away from direct sunlight and moisture.
    Hot honey in a glass storage jar.

Kori's Tips

For more helpful hints, substitution ideas, cooking tips, and other delicious recipes check out my post above.
TIPS: Warm the honey gently over low heat - don’t boil it or the flavor can become harsh. Start with less red pepper if you prefer mild heat, then adjust to taste. Let the honey sit for a few minutes before serving so the spicy flavor has time to infuse.
VARIATIONS: Use lime juice instead of apple cider vinegar for a brighter summer flavor. Add chipotle powder for smoky heat, or stir in a little hot sauce for extra tang. For a savory twist, add a small grated garlic clove while warming.
SERVING SUGGESTIONS: Drizzle over grilled chicken, salmon, roasted vegetables, pizza, avocado toast, fruit salad, or whipped cottage cheese bowls. It’s especially delicious paired with feta, fresh herbs, berries, peaches, and summer salads.

Nutrition

Calories: 65kcalCarbohydrates: 18gProtein: 0.1gFat: 0.03gSaturated Fat: 0.01gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.02gMonounsaturated Fat: 0.01gSodium: 4mgPotassium: 16mgFiber: 0.1gSugar: 17gVitamin A: 90IUVitamin C: 0.1mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 0.1mg
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