Honey Bbq Sauce
Elevate your grilling game with this irresistible homemade Honey BBQ Sauce, a perfect balance of sweet, tangy, and smoky flavors that will take your favorite dishes to the next level. Made with pantry staples like ketchup, honey, and apple cider vinegar, this quick and easy recipe comes together in just 15 minutes, making it ideal for busy weeknights or weekend cookouts. The addition of smoked paprika, Worcestershire sauce, and optional Sriracha gives it a rich depth and a customizable kick of heat. Whether slathered on ribs, brushed over grilled chicken, or used as a flavorful dipping sauce, this versatile BBQ sauce is a guaranteed crowd-pleaser. Plus, it stores beautifully in the fridge, so you’ll always have a batch ready to enhance your meals. Perfect for BBQ lovers searching for a homemade twist, this Honey BBQ Sauce is sure to become a kitchen staple!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup Ketchup
- 0.3333 cup Honey
- 2 tablespoons Apple cider vinegar
- 0.25 cup Brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon Smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Onion powder
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
- 1 teaspoon Sriracha or hot sauce (optional)
Instructions
In a medium saucepan, combine the ketchup, honey, apple cider vinegar, and brown sugar. Stir well to combine.
Place the saucepan over medium heat and bring the mixture to a gentle simmer, stirring frequently to prevent burning.
Once simmering, add the smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, Worcestershire sauce, salt, and black pepper. Stir to incorporate the spices evenly.
If you prefer a spicier sauce, add the sriracha or hot sauce at this point and mix well.
Reduce the heat to low and let the sauce cook for about 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until it thickens slightly and the flavors meld together.
Taste the sauce and adjust seasoning if needed by adding more salt, pepper, or a touch of vinegar for tanginess.
Remove the saucepan from heat and let the sauce cool slightly before using.
Transfer the sauce to an airtight container or jar if not using immediately. It can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 1 week.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
642 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 0.4 g | 1% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.1 g | 0% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2472 mg | 107% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 167.6 g | 61% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.6 g | 6% | |
| Total Sugars | 145.5 g | ||
| Protein | 1.5 g | 3% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 75 mg | 6% | |
| Iron | 2.4 mg | 13% | |
| Potassium | 357 mg | 8% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
