Some condiments are worth buying, but spicy honey mustard isn’t one of them: it’s ridiculously easy to make at home and tastes infinitely better. This golden sauce balances sweet honey, tangy mustard, and a hint of heat that can be adjusted to your liking. A staple in American kitchens for generations, it transforms everything from sandwiches to pretzels with just one spoonful. Keep a jar in your refrigerator and you’ll find yourself using it every day.
Hot Honey Mustard Recipe
Course: SauceCuisine: USADifficulty: Easy
Servings
4
servingsPrep time
5
minutesCalories
90
kcal
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Ingredients
60 ml 1/4 cup mayonnaise
2 tablespoons 2 tbsp Dijon mustard
1 tablespoons 1 tbsp yellow mustard
2 tablespoons 2 tbsp honey
1 teaspoon 1 tsp apple cider vinegar or fresh lemon juice
1/2 teaspoon 1/2 tsp cayenne pepper
1 pinch 1 pinch salt
Equipment
Mixing Bowl- Whisk
- Airtight container
Directions
- Add mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, and yellow mustard to a small bowl.
- Whisk in the honey until completely incorporated.
- Add the apple cider vinegar or lemon juice and whisk to combine.
- Sprinkle in the cayenne pepper and salt, adjusting the amount of cayenne to reach your desired heat level.
- Whisk all ingredients vigorously until the mixture is smooth and fully blended.
- Taste and adjust seasoning if needed – add more honey for sweetness, more mustard for tanginess, or more cayenne for heat.
- Transfer to an airtight container if not using immediately.
