Dairy Free Classic Hot Honey
Sweet, fiery, and endlessly versatile, this hot honey is the kind of condiment that quietly takes over your kitchen once you make it the first time. The heat comes from a double punch of red pepper flakes and dried chiles de arbol, balanced by a splash of apple cider vinegar that keeps the sweetness from feeling one-dimensional. Everything gets gently warmed together on the stovetop — no hard boil, just a slow, careful infusion that lets the flavors bloom without scorching the honey. The steeping step is where the magic really happens, and you can dial the heat up or down simply by adjusting how long you let it sit before straining. Since it's built entirely from pantry staples, there's nothing hidden to worry about — no dairy, no additives, just clean, bold ingredients you can actually name. Drizzle it over pizza, fried chicken, roasted vegetables, or a wedge of crusty bread and you'll immediately understand why this stuff has a cult following. Make a jar, gift a jar, and then immediately make another jar for yourself.
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16 servings
- 1 cup honey
- 2 tbsp red pepper flakes
- 3 dried chiles de arbol, stems removed
- 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
- ¼ tsp kosher salt
Instructions
- 1
Combine the honey, red pepper flakes, dried chiles de arbol, apple cider vinegar, and kosher salt in a small saucepan over medium-low heat. Stir to combine.
- 2
Heat, stirring occasionally, until the honey is fluid and just beginning to bubble at the edges, about 5 minutes. Reduce the heat to low and cook for an additional 3–4 minutes, watching closely so the honey does not boil or scorch.
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