Glazes & Sauces

Honey Mustard Sauce

A creamy, tangy honey mustard for dipping tenders, pretzels, and fries, with an optional pinch of cayenne for a little warmth. Whisked together in minutes.

Prep
5 min
Cook
0 min
Rest
10 min
Total
15 min
Serves
8
Heat
Mild

Tangy · Creamy · Dip-ready

Glass bowl of creamy honey mustard sauce with a spoon beside a honey jar, mustard seeds, and soft pretzel bites
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Ingredients

Servings: 8

Quantities for 8 servings

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Prep timer

05:00

Ready

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The method

  1. 01

    Add the mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, yellow mustard, honey, and lemon juice to a bowl.

  2. 02

    Whisk until smooth, then add the cayenne a pinch at a time to taste.

  3. 03

    Chill for 10 minutes so the flavors come together and the sauce thickens slightly.

    Rest timer

    10:00

    Ready

  4. 04

    Serve with tenders, pretzels, or vegetables. Store covered in the refrigerator and use within a few days.

Times are estimates. Check doneness and any required internal temperature before serving.

A little sweet. A little heat. All yours.

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