Honey Mustard Dipping Sauce
This honey mustard sauce achieves the perfect balance between sweet golden honey and tangy Dijon mustard that makes it irresistible on everything. It comes together in under five minutes, making it ideal for last-minute appetizers or weeknight chicken dinners. The creamy mayonnaise base creates a thick, dippable consistency while a splash of apple cider vinegar adds brightness that cuts through richness. Unlike single-note versions, this recipe includes a touch of garlic powder and cayenne for complexity and depth. Perfect for chicken tenders, soft pretzels, onion rings, or drizzled over grilled salmon, this sauce elevates any meal from ordinary to extraordinary. The proportions can be easily adjusted to suit your taste—more honey for kids, extra Dijon mustard for adults who prefer tang. Store refrigerated for up to two weeks and bring to room temperature before serving. This sauce is also excellent as a sandwich spread.
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Ingredients
- •Mayonnaise - 1/2 cup
- •Dijon mustard - 1/4 cup
- •Honey - 3 tablespoons
- •Yellow mustard - 1 tablespoon
- •Lemon juice - 1 tablespoon
- •Garlic powder - 1/4 teaspoon
- •Cayenne pepper (optional) - pinch
Instructions
- 1
In a medium bowl, combine mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, and yellow mustard.
- 2
Add honey and whisk until smooth and well combined.
- 3
Stir in lemon juice and garlic powder.
- 4
Add cayenne pepper if you want a slight kick.
- 5
Taste and adjust sweetness or tanginess by adding more honey or mustard as desired.
- 6
Transfer to an airtight container and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving to let flavors meld.
- 7
Store in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks. Stir well before each use.
Tips & Variations
Pro Tips
- • Taste and adjust seasoning as you go
- • Use room temperature ingredients for best emulsification
- • Let flavors meld by refrigerating 30 minutes before serving
Storage
- • Refrigerator: Up to 1 week in airtight container
- • Freezer: Up to 3 months (thaw overnight)
Variations
Make it spicier with cayenne, tangier with extra lemon, or creamier with more mayo. Customize to your taste!
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