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December 16, 2020 By Sara 10 Comments

Honey Mustard Sauce

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This honey mustard sauce is the perfect blend of sweet, creamy and tangy and takes just 5 minutes to make.

This honey mustard sauce is the perfect blend of sweet, creamy and tangy and takes just 5 minutes to make. Use this versatile sauce as a dip for chicken, french fries and vegetables, or drizzle it over a salad for a memorable meal.

I often make my own condiments as they taste so much better than the store bought variety. I prepare homemade versions of BBQ sauce, ranch dip and honey mustard sauce, and it’s totally worth the little bit of extra effort.

This honey mustard sauce is the perfect blend of sweet, creamy and tangy and takes just 5 minutes to make. This honey mustard sauce is the perfect blend of sweet, creamy and tangy and takes just 5 minutes to make.

A bowl of honey mustard sauce served with chicken fingers.

Whenever I go to a restaurant, I order a side of honey mustard sauce if it’s on the menu. It just makes everything taste a little better! I’ve since learning to make this sauce at home, and it couldn’t be any easier. All you need is a handful of ingredients and 5 times of time.

What is honey mustard sauce made of?

This sauce is typically made with a blend of honey, mustard and mayonnaise.There are some variations in terms of the ratios of each ingredient and the types of mustard used. In some cases, other seasonings are also added to the mix.  My version of this sauce uses a blend of two types of mustard, as well as some spices for extra kick.

Mayonnaise, mustard and seasonings in small glass bowls.

How do you make honey mustard sauce?

Place mayonnaise in a bowl, along with yellow mustard, dijon mustard, apple cider vinegar, paprika, salt and onion powder. Stir everything together until thoroughly combined. Use the sauce immediately, or store it in an airtight container in the refrigerator for future use.

A bowl with honey, mayonnaise, two types of mustard and seasonings.

Tips for the perfect sauce

  • Honey mustard sauce will stay fresh in the refrigerator for up 7 days. I don’t recommend freezing this sauce as it can become watery and separate when thawed.
  • While I like to use the two different types of mustard, you can you just one type if that’s all you have on hand. That being said, I think using two varieties of mustard creates a more complex flavor profile.
  • Looking to save a few calories? Feel free to use low fat mayonnaise, or a blend of mayonnaise with Greek yogurt or light sour cream.
  • Honey mustard sauce is the perfect accompaniment to chicken fingers, burgers, fresh or grilled veggies, fried shrimp and salads. It’s even good with steak or pork chops!

A bowl of sauce with a whisk in it.

Flavor Variations

While this sauce is fabulous as-is, you can add other ingredients to the mix to customize it to your tastes.

  • Mustard: For a sauce with more texture, use a grainy mustard instead of Dijon. You can also add a kick of heat with a horseradish mustard.
  • Seasonings: Feel free to add other spices to the sauce, some ideas include garlic powder, Cajun seasoning, chipotle pepper or even some BBQ spice. For a smoky flavor, add smoked paprika instead of the sweet paprika that’s used in the recipe.
  • Heat: If you like spice, stir in some hot sauce or sriracha for a zesty kick.
  • Herbs: I love to add fresh herbs to my mustard sauce, try including 1 tablespoon of chopped parsley, chives, basil or dill. You can also add 1/2 teaspoon of dried herbs if you don’t have fresh on hand, dried Italian herbs is a great choice.

A hand dipping a chicken tender into a bowl of honey mustard sauce.

You simply can’t go wrong with this sauce, it’s always a hit with both kids and adults alike!

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A bowl of honey mustard sauce served with chicken fingers.
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Honey Mustard Sauce

This honey mustard sauce is the perfect blend of sweet, creamy and tangy and takes just 5 minutes to make. Use this versatile sauce as a dip for chicken, french fries and vegetables, or drizzle it over a salad for a memorable meal.
Course Sauce
Cuisine American
Keyword honey mustard dressing, honey mustard sauce
Prep Time 4 minutes
Cook Time 1 minute
Total Time 6 minutes
Servings 8
Calories 133kcal
Author Sara Welch

Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise
  • 3 tablespoons yellow mustard
  • 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
  • 1/4 cup honey
  • 1 teaspoon apple cider vinegar
  • 1/8 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1/8 teaspoon sweet paprika
  • salt to taste

Instructions

  • Place all the ingredients in a bowl, and mix until thoroughly combined.
  • Use immediately, or store in the refrigerator in an airtight container for up to 1 week.

Nutrition

Calories: 133kcal | Carbohydrates: 9g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 11g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Cholesterol: 6mg | Sodium: 175mg | Potassium: 16mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 9g | Vitamin A: 24IU | Calcium: 4mg | Iron: 1mg

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Comments

  1. Natalie says

    January 11, 2021 at 8:24 pm

    5 stars
    My kids love dipping their nuggets in honey mustard! What a great & easy recipe!

    Reply
  2. wilhelmina says

    January 11, 2021 at 3:13 pm

    5 stars
    Honey mustard is a must have for me! I love dipping all the things in this yummy sauce!

    Reply
  3. Beth says

    January 11, 2021 at 2:50 pm

    5 stars
    This is so delicious and easy! My daughter and hubby love this recipe!

    Reply
  4. Sandra says

    December 24, 2020 at 10:20 am

    5 stars
    I love homemade sauces! This is so easy to make! Perfect!

    Reply
  5. Allyson Zea says

    December 23, 2020 at 11:58 pm

    5 stars
    This sauce is absolutely perfect and everything!

    Reply
  6. Catalina says

    December 22, 2020 at 3:35 pm

    5 stars
    I am so glad to make this at home now! Looks amazingly delicious!

    Reply
  7. Beth says

    December 22, 2020 at 2:06 pm

    5 stars
    This looks great! My daughter is going to love this sauce! Can’t wait to show her!

    Reply
  8. Toni says

    December 22, 2020 at 12:56 pm

    5 stars
    I love that this is so easy to make! Thanks for the recipe!

    Reply
  9. Erin | Dinners,Dishes and Dessert says

    December 21, 2020 at 9:23 pm

    5 stars
    This honey mustard sauce is looks incredibly delicious!

    Reply
  10. Jen says

    December 21, 2020 at 11:12 am

    5 stars
    We are all about the dipping sauces! This one is definitely next to try!

    Reply

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