This 5-minute hot honey recipe adds a perfect kick of heat to your favorite dishes. By combining pure honey with select spices, you’ll create a versatile condiment that’s both sweet and spicy.
Whether you’re drizzling it over pizza, fried chicken, or morning biscuits, this homemade hot honey brings an irresistible warmth to every bite. With just simple ingredients and minimal prep time, you’ll have a gourmet-quality honey that rivals any store-bought version.
Ingredients Section
- Honey: ½ cup, choose good quality raw honey for best results
- Hot Sauce: 1 Tablespoon, vinegar-based like Frank’s Original or Tapatio
- Garlic: 2 cloves, finely minced for uniform flavor distribution
- Cayenne Pepper: ¼ teaspoon, adjust according to heat preference
- Chili Flakes: Optional, for extra heat and visual appeal
Instructions Section
- Warm the Honey: Place honey in a microwave-safe bowl and heat for 30-45 seconds until easily stirrable
- Mix Ingredients: Carefully blend in the hot sauce, minced garlic, and cayenne pepper until well combined
- Cool Down: Let the mixture come to room temperature before transferring
- Storage: Transfer to an airtight container and store at room temperature for up to 3 weeks
Storage Tips
Your homemade hot honey stays fresh and tasty at room temperature for up to 3 weeks – no need to refrigerate! Just keep it in a clean jar with a tight-fitting lid.
Give it a quick stir before each use, as the garlic might settle at the bottom. The honey’s natural properties help preserve everything beautifully.
Variations
- Love playing with flavors? Try these simple twists on your hot honey:
- Switch up the hot sauce! Try Sriracha for an Asian-inspired kick
- Add extra chili flakes for more heat
- Drop in a splash of apple cider vinegar for tang
- Mix in crushed red pepper instead of cayenne
- Use smoked paprika alongside the cayenne for a smoky twist
Serving Ideas
This spicy-sweet honey is super versatile! Drizzle it over:
- Pizza (especially pepperoni!)
- Fried chicken or chicken wings
- Roasted vegetables
- Cheese boards
- Biscuits or cornbread
- Greek yogurt
- Ice cream (yes, really!) You can also stir it into hot tea or use it in marinades. The possibilities are endless!
Hot Honey
Equipment
- microwave safe bowl
Ingredients
Hot Honey Ingredients
- 1/2 cup honey
- 1 Tablespoon Hot sauce vinegar based, like Franks Original, or Tapatio
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper or more, to taste
- Chili flakes optional
Instructions
- Add honey to a microwave safe bowl and warm for 30-45 seconds.
- Stir in hot sauce, garlic and cayenne pepper.
- Allow to cool, then store in a container with a lid, at room temperature, for up to 3 weeks.
