This honey BBQ sauce hits that perfect intersection of sweet and smoky, with a mild tang from apple cider vinegar and a golden drizzle of honey to tie it all together. It’s the kind of sauce that turns ordinary grilled chicken into a crowd favorite — thick enough to brush on ribs, and balanced enough for dipping fries.
The cayenne adds just a touch of heat, but you can skip it if you’re going for pure sweetness. Try glazing your meat during the final few minutes of cooking for that caramelized, sticky-finger finish everyone loves.
Once you make it fresh, the store-bought bottles just won’t hit the same.
Ingredients
- 1 cup ketchup
- 0.5 cup honey
- 0.25 cup apple cider vinegar
- 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tbsp yellow mustard
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp kosher salt
- 1 tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp red pepper
Instructions
- Combine BaseIn a medium saucepan over medium heat, whisk together ketchup, honey, vinegar, mustard, and Worcestershire sauce.
- Add SeasoningStir in onion powder, garlic powder, salt, and peppers
- SimmerBring to a gentle boil, then reduce heat and simmer uncovered for 10–15 minutes until thickened.
- Cool & StoreRemove from heat and let cool. Store in a sealed jar or bottle in the fridge for up to 2 weeks.