This Honey Mustard Dipping Sauce recipe is sweet, savory, tangy, and uses just a few simple pantry staples. It’s ultra creamy and perfect for dipping chicken tenders, nuggets, French fries, fresh vegetables, and more.
You can also use this honey mustard dip as a sauce for burgers and sandwiches, a dip for fresh veggies, or a sauce for grilled chicken. Thin it down with a bit of olive oil and you’ve even got yourself Honey Mustard Dressing.
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Honey Mustard Dipping Sauce Recipe
This Honey Mustard Dipping Sauce is one of those sauces that makes just about everything taste better. The combination of sweet, savory, and tangy in one creamy sauce is also a great remedy for picky eaters. Luckily, this sauce only takes about 5 minutes to whip up and uses a few simple ingredients you likely already have on hand.
Honey Mustard Sauce is perfect for dipping your chicken tenders, Air Fryer Chicken Tenders, nuggets, and fries. there are so many more reasons to love this easy recipe. And if you love honey mustard, you will love this Baked Honey Mustard Chicken as well as this grilled version.
Honey Mustard Sauce Ingredients
- Honey - the better the honey, the better the Honey Mustard Sauce! However, any kind of honey will work so use what you have.
- Mayonnaise - full fat or even lite will work. If you really want to go healthy, you could substitute plain Greek yogurt.
- Dijon Mustard - make sure and use dijon mustard, rather than yellow mustard. It’s the only way to get the correct flavor profile for this dipping sauce.
- Lemon Juice - fresh lemon juice has the best flavor. The best substitute is white vinegar such as white wine vinegar or apple cider vinegar.
- Garlic Powder - this adds garlic flavor without any chunks so that the sauce will stay smooth and creamy. If you like your sauce a little spicy, feel free to add a pinch of cayenne pepper, too.
- Paprika - you only need a tiny bit to add a lot of flavor.
How to Make Honey Mustard Sauce
- Mix the ingredients. In a small bowl, combine the honey, mayonnaise, dijon mustard, lemon juice, garlic powder, and paprika. Whisk until smooth and combined.
- Use or store. Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days, or serve immediately with chicken tenders, chicken nuggets, or fries. Enjoy!
Honey Mustard Dip Recipe Variations
If you are looking to switch up your Honey Mustard Dip, here are a few suggested variations:
- Spicy Honey Mustard: Add a pinch of cayenne pepper or a few dashes of hot sauce to the honey mustard sauce for an extra kick.
- Garlic Honey Mustard: Incorporate minced garlic into the honey mustard sauce to enhance the flavor and add a savory twist.
- Maple Honey Mustard: Replace a portion of the honey with maple syrup to infuse the sauce with a delightful sweetness and depth of flavor.
- Balsamic Honey Mustard: Mix in a small amount of balsamic vinegar to give the honey mustard sauce a tangy and slightly acidic taste.
- Asian-Inspired Honey Mustard: Mix in a splash of soy sauce, sesame oil, and a sprinkle of sesame seeds to create an Asian twist on the classic honey mustard sauce.
Frequently Asked Questions
As long as you properly store the sauce in an airtight container in the fridge, it should last for up to 5 days.
The best mustard to use for this Honey Mustard Sauce recipe is dijon mustard. If you try to use yellow mustard, whole grain mustard, hot mustard, etc. you won’t be able to achieve the correct flavor profile.
Yes! This dipping sauce is thin enough that it works great as a salad dressing. If you want to thin it down a bit, you could add a touch of olive oil. Or, you can follow our recipe for Honey Mustard Dressing here.
Honey Mustard Dipping Sauce Recipe
Ingredients
- ¼ cup Honey
- ¼ cup Mayonnaise
- ¼ cup Dijon Mustard
- 1 Tablespoon Lemon Juice
- ⅛ teaspoon Garlic Powder
- ⅛ teaspoon Paprika
Instructions
- In a small bowl, combine the honey, mayonnaise, dijon mustard, lemon juice, garlic powder, and paprika. Whisk until smooth and combined.
- Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days, or serve immediately with chicken tenders, chicken nuggets, or fries. Enjoy!
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This is one of the best Honey Mustard Dipping Sauce recipes that takes just a few minutes to make and a handful of simple ingredients. It's perfect for dipping chicken tenders, French fries, and so much more.
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