This vegan hot honey is a plant-based version of the classic condiment. With a balance of smooth sweetness and bold heat.
The sweet and spicy vegan version of hot honey.
This recipe uses agave or vegan honey instead of regular honey, for an easy vegan version of the trendy condiment!
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Why I love this Vegan Hot Honey
- Dietary needs - this hot honey is vegan, gluten-free, dairy-free, oil-free, and refined sugar free
- Quick and easy - ready in about five minutes!
- Versatile - d can use this sauce for any stir fry or teriyaki!
- Vegan version of a classic - this homemade hot honey is a plant-based version of the trendy sauce
- Just as flavorful - just because it doesn't have oil, doesn't mean it isn't delicious. This dressing is loaded with flavor and will be the star of your salad
Ingredient Notes & Substitutions
- Agave or Vegan Honey: I used blue agave. Vegan honey also works - it has more of a clover-like taste, if you prefer that
- Frank's Red Hot: or any other hot sauce (some hot sauces have butter, so double check the ingredients before buying!)
- Red Pepper Flakes: for texture and extra heat
- Apple Cider Vinegar: a bit of acid helps balance all the flavors
Step-By-Step Instructions
Step 1. In a small pot, heat the honey, hot sauce, and red pepper flakes. Stir to dissolve, about 3-5 minutes.
Step 2. Remove from the heat and stir in the apple cider vinegar.
Step 3. Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to three months.
Ways to use vegan hot honey
- Hot Honey Tofu: check out my hot honey tofu recipe
- Dipping sauce: for tofu nuggets
- Vegan Pizza: drizzle over your pizza for an extra spicy kick
- Salads: use as a salad dressing, or kick your vegan honey mustard up a notch
- Charcuterie Board: try it as a dip on your vegan charcuterie or as a drizzle on a vegan cheese
- Marinade for Tofu, Tempeh, or Veggies: use this instead of maple syrup, agave, or sugar in your favorite glaze
- Hot Honey Butter: mix this hot honey into my vegan honey butter
- Ice Cream: drizzle over vegan vanilla ice cream for a spicy dessert
- Mocktails: old fashioned mocktail with a spicy twist?! Sounds wild. Or try it in my non-alcoholic hot toddy and clear those sinuses!
FAQ & Expert Tips
Store this vegan honey in an airtight container for up to three months. I used these beautiful jars that come with spouts and lids!
Yes! Start by making the recipe as-is. If you want it more spicy, add more red hot. If it's too spicy, add more agave.
In general hot honey does not need to be refrigerated, but I recommend refrigerating this vegan version because it isn't made with real honey. Plus, there's no risk of crystallization.
This honey will last around 3 months in the fridge when stored in a sealed container.
No. Regular hot honey is not vegan because honey is not vegan. Honey is an animal product, so it doesn't fit the strict definition of vegan.
This version made with agave is vegan though!
Recipe Prayer
Thank you God for this tasty honey recipe. Thank you for bold flavors we get to enjoy. Amen.
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📖 Recipe
Vegan Hot Honey
Equipment
Ingredients
- 1 Cup Agave or Vegan Honey
- 3 Tablespoons Frank's Red Hot
- ½ Teaspoon Red Pepper Flakes
- 1 Tablespoon Apple Cider Vinegar
Instructions
- In a small pot, heat the honey, hot sauce, and red pepper flakes. Stir to dissolve, about 3-5 minutes.
- Remove from the heat and stir in the apple cider vinegar.
- Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to three months.
Notes
Nutrition
Nutrition information is an estimate.
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