Description
Honey Mustard Dipping Sauce is a versatile condiment that combines the sweetness of honey with the tang of mustard, perfect for everything from chicken tenders to veggie platters. This quick and easy sauce is a must-have for busy cooks, offering a balance of flavors that pairs well with a variety of dishes.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 tbsp honey (clover or wildflower)
- 2 tbsp Dijon mustard
- 1 tbsp yellow mustard
- 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar or 1½ tbsp lemon juice
- ½ cup mayonnaise (or Greek yogurt for tanginess)
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- ¼ tsp smoked paprika
- Salt and black pepper (to taste)
Instructions
- In a bowl, whisk together garlic powder, paprika, salt (½ tsp), and pepper (¼ tsp).
- Add honey, mustards, and vinegar. Whisk until emulsified.
- Fold in mayonnaise until smooth. For a thinner consistency, add 1–2 tbsp water or olive oil.
- Taste and adjust flavor by adding more honey for sweetness, vinegar for tang, or mustard for sharpness.
- Let the sauce sit for 15–30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld. Refrigerate for 1–2 hours before serving.
Notes
- Texture Control: Use a blender for a silky finish or leave slightly chunky for mustard seed texture.
- Flavor Depth: Add minced shallots or a dash of whole milk for richness.
- Adjusting Consistency: Thin with water for drizzling or thicken with Greek yogurt for dipping.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Sauce/Condiment
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tbsp
- Calories: 80
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 5mg