Hot Honey BBQ Sauce Recipe
Hot Honey BBQ Sauce Recipe is a bold, flavorful blend of honey, ketchup, vinegar, and warm spices. It delivers the perfect balance of heat and sweetness, making it ideal for grilling, dipping, or drizzling. This easy-to-make sauce comes together quickly and stores well in the fridge. Whether used on meats, sandwiches, or vegetables, it adds a rich, spicy-sweet kick that elevates everyday meals with minimal effort.
Equipment
- Medium saucepan
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Wooden spoon or silicone spatula
- Airtight jar or container (for storage)
Ingredients
- ½ cup hot honey
- 1 cup ketchup
- 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
- 1 tablespoon mustard
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
- ¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
Instructions
Mix The Base:
- Grab a medium-sized saucepan. Pour in the ketchup, hot honey, apple cider vinegar, Worcestershire sauce, and mustard. Give it a good stir so everything’s blended.
Add The Flavor:
- Now toss in the garlic powder, smoked paprika, red pepper flakes, salt, and black pepper. Stir again to make sure all the spices are mixed in evenly.
Heat It Up:
- Put the pan on the stove over medium heat. Let it come to a low simmer, stirring often so nothing sticks or burns.
Let It Thicken:
- Keep it simmering for 8 to 10 minutes. Stir every now and then. The sauce should thicken slightly and start to look nice and glossy.
Cool And Store:
- Take it off the heat and let it cool for a bit. Once it’s no longer piping hot, pour it into a jar or container with a lid.
Notes
Always store homemade sauces in clean, airtight jars. Let the sauce cool fully before refrigerating. It thickens as it chills, so I sometimes reheat a bit before serving to loosen the texture.