Yeast Free Classic Hot Honey
Sweet heat has never been this satisfying, and the beauty of this condiment is how effortlessly it comes together with just a handful of pantry staples. Dried chiles de arbol and red pepper flakes slowly infuse into warm honey, building a slow, layered burn that store-bought versions rarely capture. A splash of apple cider vinegar cuts through the sweetness and adds just enough brightness to keep every drop interesting. Because the recipe relies entirely on honey, dried chiles, and vinegar, there's no fermentation, no leavening, and nothing that would raise a flag for anyone avoiding yeast — it's naturally clean from start to finish. The steeping step is where the magic happens, so resist the urge to rush it — the longer you let those chiles sit, the deeper and more complex the heat becomes. Drizzle it over pizza, fried chicken, roasted vegetables, or a simple cheese board and watch it disappear fast.
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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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