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Why You’ll Love My Recipe
Honey Mustard is one of those go-to sauces that works with just about anything! Whether you’re dipping, drizzling, or brushing it onto grilled meats, it elevates any savory meal and adds the perfect balance of sweet and tangy flavor.
Looking to make more sauces from scratch? Try whipping up your own Homemade Mayonnaise or give my Homemade Worcestershire Sauce a go!
Karlynn’s Recipe Notes
- Skill Level: This recipe is super easy to make for all home chefs – even the kids!
- Total Time: Ready in just 5 minutes, this sauce is perfect for last-minute grilling and dipping.
- Variations: Want to switch things up? Add some savory flavor with minced garlic, smoked paprika, or a pinch of cayenne pepper. Or for extra brightness, squeeze in some fresh lemon juice. Serve your honey mustard as a dip with my Air Fryer French Fries or Air Fryer Chicken Tenders, use it as a glaze for salmon or Grilled Pork Chops, or spread it on some Homemade Burgers for a sweet-and-tangy kick!
- Tools For This Recipe: You will need a medium bowl and a large spoon or whisk.
What You’ll Need for Ingredients
Honey: Good-quality honey adds sweetness and a subtle savory tanginess that makes this sauce stand out. Depending on the variety, it can have floral or slightly nutty notes that really enhance the overall flavor. Karlynn’s Tip: If needed, you can substitute another sweetener like corn syrup for convenience, but keep in mind it won’t have quite the same complexity and taste!
Mayonnaise: This creates the creamy base of the sauce, balancing out the sharpness of the mustard and giving the honey mustard its smooth, rich texture!
Dijon Mustard: Dijon provides that signature tangy, intense, and slightly spicy kick that defines this sauce. It’s super bold and flavorful, but perfectly balanced by the sweetness of the honey. Karlynn’s Tip: If you prefer a milder option, whole-grain mustard works well too – it has a more earthy, textured flavor but less heat!
How To Make Honey Mustard
This is a quick overview of the recipe. The full list of ingredients & complete step-by-step instructions are in the recipe card below.
- Add the ingredients to a bowl and mix well.
- Let it rest in the fridge for a few hours, and stir before serving!
Karlynn’s Tips and Tricks for the Perfect Honey Mustard
- Choose Your Honey Wisely: The type of honey you use can completely change the taste of your sauce! Different varieties bring different notes –some honeys are light and fruity, while others are deeper, nutty, and more robust. If you want a really complex, elevated flavor, it’s worth using a high-quality honey. It might cost a little bit more, but it makes a noticeable difference!
- Pick the Right Mustard for Your Taste: Dijon mustard gives this recipe its classic tangy, slightly spicy kick, but you’ve got so many other options! Yellow mustard is milder and sweeter, perfect if you’re going for that familiar fast-food style taste. Or, if you prefer more heat, try English or German mustard for a stronger, spicier bite!
- Let It Sit: If you have time, let the sauce rest in the fridge for a few hours before serving. This helps the flavors meld together and taste even more balanced.
Storage Instructions
Homemade honey mustard stores beautifully, so you can use it throughout the week to jazz up all sorts of meals!
Refrigerator: Transfer the sauce to an airtight container or jar and store it in the fridge for 1-2 weeks. Give it a good stir before using, as it may separate slightly over time.
Freezer: Freezing isn’t recommended here, as the mayonnaise-based texture can separate and become grainy once thawed. For the best results, make it fresh or store it in the refrigerator!
More Delicious Sauce Recipes
Why stop at one? Give these other Sauce Recipes a try alongside your favorite snacks, grilled dishes, or finger foods:
- This Beer Cheese Sauce is perfect for dunking pretzels, drizzling over nachos, or pretty much anything you can dream up.
- Sweet, tangy, and just a little spicy, Sweet Chili Sauce is ideal for spring rolls, coconut shrimp, or any dish that could use a flavor kick!
- My Homemade BBQ Sauce is fully customizable to your taste and a great companion for all your grilling favorites.
And just like that, you’ve got a homemade Honey Mustard that’s totally versatile! Whether you’re dipping, drizzling, or slathering it on your grilled meats, this sauce brings instant sweet-and-tangy flavor with minimal effort.
Give this recipe a try, experiment with your favorite twists, and don’t forget to share your results in the comments below! You know that I love hearing about your kitchen adventures.
Happy Cooking!
Karlynn
How to Make Honey Mustard
Equipment
- 1 medium bowl
- 1 whisk or large spoon
Ingredients
- ½ cup mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons Prepared yellow mustard
- 1 tablespoon Dijon Mustard, (or wholegrain mustard)
- 2 tablespoon honey
Instructions
- Add the ingredients together and mix well. This is best if let to rest in the fridge for a few hours before using. Stir before using.
Nutrition
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
Jenneke says
Hi Karlynn, when I lived in Winnipeg, with access to Safeway grocery stores, there was a sauce (in a bottle about the same size as what Worcestershire comes in) you could buy there simply called seafood sauce (I think). Your honey mustard sauce recipe brought that condiment to mind! We used to make a seafood salad with pollock flakes, celery,onions and the sauce as THE key ingredient that made it all come together in a deliciously delightful way! The sauce was cream coloured, pourable in consistency though creamy, a bit sweet and with copious amounts of dill! If you could duplicate that recipe…wow, that would be wonderful!
Oh, and another recipe from Winnipeg ( there are many) that I’ve tried to replicate without success are the stuffing balls that Sobeys sold in their hot deli section! 😉 They’ve never heard of them here in SW Ontario 🙄
Thanks for your flapper pie recipe! When I feel a yearning for a Salisbury House pie, your recipe hits the spot!