Mikes Hot Honey Recipe

If there is one thing I always keep on hand to make everyday meals feel a little more special, it is this mikes hot honey recipe. I started making it on nights when dinner felt rushed and uninspired. A quick drizzle over pizza or chicken was all it took to make everyone at the table happy.

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That is really what Potluck Eats is all about. Simple recipes that work on busy days and still feel fun to serve. This hot honey checks every box. It is quick, dependable, and made with ingredients you probably already have.

Why I Keep This Hot Honey in My Kitchen

This is one of those small recipes that makes a big difference.

It takes about 10 minutes
No fancy tools or ingredients
You control the heat level
It makes leftovers exciting again

On nights when I am juggling work, family, and everything in between, this is the kind of shortcut I love.

Ingredients You Will Need

Exact quantities are listed in the recipe card at the end of this post.

Here is what you will need
Honey
Crushed red pepper flakes
Apple cider vinegar optional but recommended

That is it. Simple and pantry friendly.

How I Make My Mikes Hot Honey Recipe

Step 1 Warm the Honey

I pour the honey into a small saucepan and warm it gently over low heat. I never let it boil. I just want it warm and easy to stir.

Step 2 Add the Pepper Flakes

I stir in the crushed red pepper flakes and let everything warm together for about five minutes.

Step 3 Let It Infuse

Once I remove it from the heat, I let it sit for ten minutes so the flavor really develops.

Step 4 Strain If You Like

If you want smooth hot honey, strain out the pepper flakes. I usually do this so it looks just like the store bought version.

Step 5 Finish and Cool

I stir in a little apple cider vinegar, pour it into a jar, and let it cool on the counter.

How Spicy Should It Be

This recipe is easy to adjust.

For mild heat, use less pepper flakes
For classic heat, use one tablespoon
For extra heat, add more and let it sit overnight

It will get a little spicier as it rests.

Ways We Use Hot Honey at Home

This is how it usually shows up at our table.

Pizza night
Fried or baked chicken
Biscuits or cornbread
Roasted vegetables
Cheese boards when friends come over

It is one of those recipes that works for weeknights and gatherings.

Storage Tips

I store hot honey in a sealed glass jar
Keep it at room temperature
It stays good for up to three months

I do not recommend refrigerating it since honey can thicken.

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