Gelatin Free Classic Hot Honey
Sweet heat has never been this satisfying, and this homemade version puts every store-bought bottle to shame. Dried chiles de arbol and red pepper flakes bring a slow, building warmth that blooms beautifully against the floral sweetness of honey, while a splash of apple cider vinegar adds just enough brightness to keep things balanced. Many commercial condiments sneak in unexpected additives, so making your own means you know exactly what's going in the jar — and every single ingredient here is straightforward and plant-based. The steeping process is where the magic happens: the longer you let those chiles sit in the warm honey, the deeper and more complex the heat becomes, so you can dial it to exactly where you want it. Strain it into a clean glass jar and you've got a glossy, gorgeous condiment ready to drizzle over pizza, fried chicken, roasted vegetables, cheese boards, or honestly anything that needs a little drama. It keeps beautifully at room temperature, making it as practical as it is delicious.
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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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