This honey mustard dipping sauce is creamy and tangy with a hint of spice. This sauce is super quick and easy and comes together in 5 minutes or less! Use it as a dunking sauce for french fries, chicken nuggets, and fresh veggies or slather on wraps, burgers, you name it.
I’ve always been a HUGE fan of honey mustard. As a kid, any time my family would eat out I’d go straight for the fried chicken tenders and fries and ask for honey mustard dipping sauce. I wanted a vat of that stuff to bathe my tenders and fries in. But, of course, what I really got was a tiny bowl. I would scrape my tenders along every inch of the bowl, making every last drop count (I clearly didn’t know that you could just ask for more. *sigh).
As an adult, I have the same love for honey mustard and will find any reason to make a small batch of this delicious golden sauce.
By simply mixing equal parts of honey, mayo, and Dijon with a splash of white vinegar, cayenne, and salt and pepper, you get a deliciously creamy, sweet, and mustardy sauce perfect for dunking, drizzling, and dipping. And it only takes 5 minutes and a handful of ingredients!
Ingredients
- Honey – for the sweetness.
- Light mayonnaise – for the creamy consistency. We love using Hellmann’s Light mayo.
- Dijon mustard – for the tanginess.
- White vinegar – for a touch of acidity.
- Seasonings – cayenne pepper, salt, and pepper are super simple additions that make this honey mustard pop with flavor and a touch of heat.
How to Make and Store Honey Mustard Sauce
In a small bowl, whisk together honey, mayo, Dijon mustard, white vinegar, paprika, cayenne, salt, and black pepper. Serve with your favorite burger or use as a dipping sauce. Enjoy!
Store this honey mustard in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
What to Eat with Honey Mustard Sauce
- Spread on sandwiches and wraps
- Drizzle on burgers, like chicken burgers or turkey burgers
- Dip for french fries, sweet potato fries, tater tots
- Sauce for fried chicken, chicken tenders, nuggets, wings, or chicken fried steak
- Toss with your favorite salad or use as a base for salad dressing
- Base for marinades or glaze for your favorite proteins, like chicken or tofu
- Dunking sauce for fresh veggies
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
- What is honey mustard sauce made of – honey, Dijon mustard, mayonnaise, white vinegar, and spices.
- Is there a difference between honey mustard dressing and honey mustard – honey mustard sauce is thicker and uses mayo, while honey mustard dressing is thinner to make it easy to drizzle and often replaces mayo with oil.
- Is honey mustard healthy – honey mustard contains mayo, which is fatty, and honey, which has a high sugar content, so it is not considered a healthy sauce. Our recipe uses light mayo to help cut down on the fat content, making it a little lighter.
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Check out our other sauces and dressings
- Chimichurri sauce
- Creamy horseradish sauce
- Sweet cilantro dressing
- Tomatillo salsa verde
- Lemon vinaigrette
Honey Mustard Dipping Sauce
Ingredients
- ¼ c honey
- ¼ c light mayonnaise (like Hellmann's Light)
- ¼ c Dijon mustard
- 1 Tbsp white vinegar
- ¼ tsp smoked paprika
- ⅛ tsp cayenne pepper
- salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
- In a small bowl, whisk together honey, mayo, Dijon mustard, white vinegar, paprika, cayenne, salt, and black pepper. Transfer to a small air-tight container and store for up to 5 days. Use as a dip for chicken fingers, wraps, and veggies or slather on your favorite burger or sandwich.
Notes
- What is honey mustard sauce made of – honey, Dijon mustard, mayonnaise, white vinegar, and spices.
- Is there a difference between honey mustard dressing and honey mustard – honey mustard sauce is thicker and uses mayo, while honey mustard dressing is thinner to make it easy to drizzle and often replaces mayo with oil.
- Is honey mustard healthy – honey mustard contains mayo, which is fatty, and honey, which has a high sugar content, so it is not considered a healthy sauce. Our recipe uses light mayo to help cut down on the fat content, making it a little lighter.
I made this without the vinegar because I didn’t have any on hand. It was amazing. I’ve been looking for a recipe close to what my old culinary teacher uses and this is almost exactly like it!
I’m so glad you liked it! Thank you for the 5 star rating! 🙂