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An appetizing bowl filled with Honey BBQ Sauce – a rich, thick, and sticky condiment with a luscious golden hue. The sauce glistens under the light, hinting at its sweet and tangy flavor profile, perfect for drizzling over grilled meats or dipping crispy snacks.

Honey BBQ Sauce Recipe

Whether drizzled over grilled meats or used as a dipping sauce, its rich and sticky texture will elevate your culinary creations to new heights. Discover the irresistible blend of flavors that make our Honey BBQ Sauce a must-have addition to your kitchen.
Makes about 3½ cups
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Course: condiment
Cuisine: American
Keyword: BBQ sauce, honey
Prep Time: 2 minutes
Cook Time: 5 minutes
Resting Time: 1 hour
Total Time: 1 hour 7 minutes
Servings: 25
Calories: 30kcal
Author: imma

Ingredients

  • 1-2 teaspoons (5-10ml) olive oil (or butter)
  • ⅓ cup onion, minced
  • 2 teaspoons garlic, minced
  • 2 cups (475ml) ketchup
  • ½ cup (120ml) apple cider vinegar
  • ½ tablespoon chili powder
  • ¼-⅓ teaspoon (1-2ml) honey
  • 1 tablespoon (15ml) Worcestershire sauce
  • 2 teaspoons smoked paprika
  • 2 tablespoons molasses
  • 1 teaspoon (5ml) smoke liquid
  • ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes
  • ½ teaspoon celery seeds

Instructions

  • Place a medium-sized saucepan over medium heat. Add the oil, garlic, and onions to the pan and cook for 2-3 minutes until the onion wilts.
  • Turn off the heat, and then add the rest of the ingredients. Stir well. Taste and adjust seasonings to your likes as you go.
  • Once happy with the flavor, pour the sauce into a bowl and cover it. Then let it rest on the countertop until cool.
  • After it has cooled to room temperature, keep it in the fridge until ready to use. I like doing this the day before because it gives it time for the flavors to meld. Enjoy!

Notes

  • Homemade honey BBQ sauce can last refrigerated for 2-3 weeks in a covered glass container. But label it with the date you made it so you know how long you’ve had it.
  • Different kinds of honey and vinegar will have different levels of sweetness or acidity. It’s important to taste your sauce as you go and adjust the ingredients according to your palate.
  • If you’re using the BBQ sauce to baste meat on the grill, wait until the last few minutes of grilling to baste. If you’re using a smoker, baste the about 10 minutes before it’s done.
  • Please remember that the nutritional information is a rough estimate and can vary significantly based on the products used in the recipe.

Nutrition

Serving: 2tablespoons | Calories: 30kcal | Carbohydrates: 7g | Protein: 0.3g | Fat: 0.2g | Saturated Fat: 0.04g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 0.1g | Sodium: 188mg | Potassium: 98mg | Fiber: 0.2g | Sugar: 6g | Vitamin A: 237IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 10mg | Iron: 0.3mg