What You’ll Love About This Recipe
You’ll love how easy it is to make this hot honey at home, with just a few simple ingredients and minimal effort. The sweet-spicy balance is perfect for drizzling on everything from pizza to fried chicken.
- Quick & Simple – Ready in under 10 minutes, no fancy tools needed.
- Versatile – Elevates snacks, meats, and even cocktails with a spicy kick.
- Customizable – Adjust the heat level to suit your taste perfectly.
Recipe
Hot honey is a versatile condiment that combines the sweetness of honey with a spicy kick. It’s perfect for drizzling over pizza, fried chicken, or roasted vegetables. This homemade version is quick and easy to make.
Ingredients:
- 1 cup honey
- 1-2 tablespoons hot sauce (optional, for additional heat)
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Instructions:
- Combine honey and chili flakes in a small saucepan over medium heat.
- Heat the mixture gently, stirring occasionally, until it begins to simmer.
- Reduce the heat to low and let it simmer for 5-10 minutes to infuse the flavors.
- Remove from heat and let it cool completely.
- Strain the mixture through a fine-mesh sieve to remove the chili flakes (optional).
- Transfer the hot honey to a glass jar or bottle for storage.
- If using hot sauce, whisk it in after cooling for an extra spicy kick.
Notes:
- Adjust the amount of chili flakes or hot sauce to suit your preferred level of spiciness.
- Store hot honey in a cool, dark place for up to a month.
Equipment:
- Small saucepan
- Fine-mesh sieve (optional)
- Glass jar or bottle
Time:
Prep time: 5 minutes
Cooking time: 10 minutes
Cuisine:
American
Serving:
About 1 cup
Nutrition
Homemade Hot Honey combines the sweetness of honey with a spicy kick. Below is the nutritional breakdown per serving (1 tbsp).
| Nutrition | Amount per Serving |
|---|---|
| Calories | 60 |
| Total Fat | 0g |
| Sodium | 0mg |
| Total Carbs | 17g |
| Sugars | 16g |
| Protein | 0g |
What To Serve With It
I love drizzling hot honey over crispy fried chicken—it adds the perfect sweet and spicy kick. It’s also amazing on a cheese board, pairing especially well with sharp cheddar or creamy brie. Trust me, once you try these combos, you’ll want to put hot honey on everything!
Fried Chicken Pairings
When you’ve got crispy fried chicken on the table, it’s only natural to wonder what sides will make the meal even better. For me, I love pairing it with creamy coleslaw—it adds a cool, crunchy contrast that balances the heat. Mashed potatoes with gravy are a classic choice, soaking up all that savory goodness. Cornbread, slightly sweet and buttery, is another must-have. If I’m craving something fresh, I’ll throw together a quick green salad with tangy dressing. And don’t forget pickles—their sharp bite cuts through the richness perfectly. Those combos always hit the spot for me!
Cheese Board Ideas
A great cheese board isn’t just about the cheese—it’s all about balance. I love pairing creamy brie with spicy hot honey, the sweetness cutting through the richness. Add salty prosciutto, crunchy nuts, and tart grapes for contrast. Don’t forget crusty bread or crackers for texture. A few olives or pickles bring tang, while dark chocolate adds a surprise twist. I’ll sometimes throw in dried apricots or figs for a chewy sweetness. The key is variety—something soft, something crunchy, something sweet, something savory. Trust me, once you try hot honey drizzled over blue cheese, you’ll never go back.
