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If you love a sweet-tangy sauce that goes with almost everything—crispy chicken, roasted veggies, sandwiches, pretzels—this quick Honey Mustard is about to be your new go-to. It’s silky, balanced, and ready in 5 minutes with pantry staples.
Why you’ll love it
- No cooking: Just measure, whisk, taste.
- Balanced flavor: Creamy, tangy, and sweet—with a gentle mustard bite.
- Versatile: Dip, drizzle, or spread; even works as a marinade base.
What you’ll need (equipment)
- Medium mixing bowl
- Whisk
- Measuring spoons
- Airtight jar or container for storage
Honey Mustard Recipe
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon freshly cracked black pepper
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
- 2 tablespoons honey or more to taste
- 3 tablespoons classic yellow mustard
- 1/2 cup creamy mayonnaise
Instructions
Step 1: Gather Your Ingredients
Round up everything so it’s easy to add and whisk.
Step 2: Measuring and Mixing
In a medium-sized mixing bowl, add the mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, yellow mustard, garlic powder, and apple cider vinegar. Next, pour in the honey.
Pro tip: Want it sweeter? Add an extra teaspoon or two of honey. Just ensure you mix it well to evenly distribute the flavors.
Note: The ingredient list includes black pepper—whisk it in during this step (or the next) so it blends evenly.
Step 3: Whisking It Together
Use a whisk to thoroughly blend the ingredients. This is where the magic happens! Whisk until everything is combined, and the mixture is smooth. The creamy texture is crucial, so take your time on this step.
Step 4: Taste Testing
Here comes the fun part—taste testing! Grab a spoon and take a little dip. Do you need more honey or mustard? Adjust the flavors to fit your taste. It’s okay to tweak it until it feels just right!
Step 5: Storing the Sauce
Once you’re satisfied with the flavor, transfer the honey mustard into an airtight container. This sauce can be stored in the refrigerator for about one to two weeks.
How to use it
- Dip: Chicken tenders, nuggets, fries, pretzels, veggie platters.
- Drizzle: Chopped salads, grain bowls, roasted Brussels sprouts or carrots.
- Spread: Sandwiches, wraps, burgers.
- Marinade base: Mix with a splash more vinegar or oil for grilling chicken or pork.
Variations & swaps
- Spicy Honey Mustard: Stir in a pinch of cayenne, a dash of hot sauce, or a little prepared horseradish.
- Extra-tangy: Add another 1–2 teaspoons apple cider vinegar.
- Lighter texture: Replace up to half the mayo with plain Greek yogurt.
- Vegan-friendly: Use vegan mayo and plant-based Dijon/yellow mustard (most are).
- Smoky note: Whisk in a pinch of smoked paprika.
Make-ahead & storage tips
- Flavor melds and rounds out after an hour in the fridge—great for meal prep.
- If the sauce thickens in the fridge, loosen with a tiny splash of water or vinegar and whisk.
- Separation? Totally normal. Just stir or shake before serving.
Honey Mustard Recipe
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon freshly cracked black pepper
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
- 2 tablespoons honey or more to taste
- 3 tablespoons classic yellow mustard
- 1/2 cup creamy mayonnaise
Instructions
- Round up everything so it’s easy to add and whisk.
- In a medium-sized mixing bowl, add the mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, yellow mustard, garlic powder, and apple cider vinegar. Next, pour in the honey.
- Pro tip: Want it sweeter? Add an extra teaspoon or two of honey. Just ensure you mix it well to evenly distribute the flavors.
- Note: The ingredient list includes black pepper—whisk it in during this step (or the next) so it blends evenly.
- Use a whisk to thoroughly blend the ingredients. This is where the magic happens! Whisk until everything is combined, and the mixture is smooth. The creamy texture is crucial, so take your time on this step.
- Here comes the fun part—taste testing! Grab a spoon and take a little dip. Do you need more honey or mustard? Adjust the flavors to fit your taste. It’s okay to tweak it until it feels just right!
- Once you’re satisfied with the flavor, transfer the honey mustard into an airtight container. This sauce can be stored in the refrigerator for about one to two weeks.
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