Hot Honey Recipe
Sweet, spicy, and incredibly easy to make, this homemade hot honey comes together with just three ingredients in less than 10 minutes. Drizzle it over pizza, fried chicken, biscuits, roasted vegetables, and so much more!
Servings 16
Calories 43kcal
Equipment
- Small saucepan
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Fine mesh sieve (optional)
- Mason jar or airtight container
Ingredients
- 8 ounces honey
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
- ½ tablespoon crushed red pepper flakes
Instructions
- Combine the honey, apple cider vinegar, and crushed red pepper flakes in a small saucepan.
- Heat over low to medium heat without stirring until the honey thins and small bubbles begin to appear around the edges. Do not allow the honey to boil.
- Remove from the heat. Use immediately while warm, or pour into a mason jar, cover, and let rest for about 1 hour to thicken slightly.
- If desired, strain the honey through a fine mesh sieve while still warm to remove the pepper flakes.
- Drizzle over your favorite foods and enjoy!
Notes
Calories and nutritional data are automatically generated. For best results calculate based on your exact ingredients.
Recipe Notes:
- Adjust the amount of crushed red pepper to make it milder or spicier.
- Leaving the pepper flakes in the honey will continue to increase the heat over time.
- Store in an airtight container at room temperature for 3–6 months.
- Do not refrigerate or freeze.
Nutrition
Serving: 1tablespoon | Calories: 43kcal