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Homemade Honey Mustard Recipe

Homemade Honey Mustard Recipe

This Homemade Honey Mustard is a quick 5-minute sauce made with Dijon mustard, honey, mayonnaise, lemon juice, and cayenne pepper.
It’s creamy, sweet, and tangy with a subtle kick, making it perfect as a dip, sandwich spread, or salad dressing.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Servings: 1
Calories: 43
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • ⅓ cup Dijon mustard
  • ¼ cup honey
  • ¼ cup mayonnaise
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice or white vinegar
  • ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper

Equipment

  • Small mixing bowl
  • Whisk or spoon
  • Airtight container for storage

Method
 

  1. Add Dijon mustard, honey, mayonnaise, lemon juice (or white vinegar), and cayenne pepper to a small bowl.
  2. Whisk everything together until the sauce becomes smooth and well combined.
  3. Taste and adjust the seasoning if needed, adding more honey for sweetness or lemon juice for extra tang.
  4. Serve immediately, or chill in the refrigerator for a few hours to allow the flavors to deepen.
  5. Store the sauce in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.

Notes

This homemade honey mustard is creamy, sweet, tangy, and incredibly versatile.
With just a few pantry ingredients and five minutes of prep, you get a sauce that works for dipping, spreading, and dressing all kinds of dishes.