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Homemade barbecue sauce recipe honey - sweet, smoky, and tangy for grilling

Easy Barbecue Sauce Recipe Honey for a Sweet and Smoky Finish

Lina Vexley
This homemade barbecue sauce recipe honey is perfect for grilling season! With a blend of honey, ketchup, vinegar, and spices, this sauce brings a sweet and smoky flavor to any grilled dish.
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Course Sauce
Cuisine American
Servings 1 .5 cups
Calories 70 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup ketchup
  • 1/4 cup apple cider vinegar
  • 1/3 cup honey
  • 2 tablespoons brown sugar
  • 2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

Instructions
 

  • In a saucepan, combine the ketchup and apple cider vinegar over medium heat. Stir until smooth.
  • Add the honey and brown sugar, mixing until both are dissolved and incorporated into the sauce.
  • Pour in the Worcestershire sauce, and add the smoked paprika, garlic powder, and black pepper. Stir to combine.
  • Bring the sauce to a simmer, and cook for 5-10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sauce thickens to your liking.
  • Once done, remove from heat and allow it to cool slightly before using.

Notes

Feel free to adjust the sweetness or add a spicy kick by including cayenne pepper or hot sauce.

Nutrition

Serving: 1/4 cup (approximately 4 tablespoons)Calories: 70kcalCarbohydrates: 17gSaturated Fat: 17gSodium: 220mgSugar: 12g
Keyword barbecue sauce recipe honey, homemade barbecue sauce, honey barbecue sauce
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