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Spicy Honey Mustard

5 from 4 votes
This homemade spicy honey mustard is made with a handful of pantry staples and is really easy to make. Use it as a sauce, dip, or dressing. This recipe is gluten-free, dairy-free, and vegetarian with a vegan option.
Prep Time 5 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes

Ingredients
 

  • ¼ cup raw honey
  • 3 tablespoons prepared yellow mustard
  • 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
  • 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
  • 1 tablespoon champagne vinegar
  • ½ - 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper depending on spice preference

Instructions

  • Add all the ingredients to a bowl or jar and whisk until combined.
  • Taste and adjust the flavors as needed depending on your personal preferences. Like it sweeter? Add more honey. Too sweet? Add more mustard. Not spicy enough? Add more heat. And so on.
  • Makes 2/3 cup.

Notes

Make It Your Way: Substitutions & Variations
Short on honey? - use maple syrup.
No yellow mustard? - use all dijon mustard and add a touch more honey since dijon is spicier.
No dijon mustard? - use all yellow mustard.
Make it vegan - use vegan mayo and maple syrup instead of honey.
No champagne vinegar? - white wine vinegar or rice vinegar are great alternatives.
Variations - add garlic powder, smoked paprika, fresh or dried herbs, etc.