Easy Hot Honey Ranch Recipe

Introduction

This Easy Hot Honey Ranch is a flavorful twist on classic ranch dressing, combining creamy mayo with the sweet heat of honey and spices. It’s perfect as a dip, dressing, or sauce for wings, veggies, and more.

Ingredients

• 1 cup mayonnaise
• ¼ cup buttermilk (plus more if needed)
• 4 tablespoons honey (use hot honey for extra heat)
• 1½ teaspoons dried chives
• 1 teaspoon dried parsley
• 1 teaspoon dried basil
• 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
• ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
• ½ teaspoon red chili flakes
• ¼ teaspoon garlic powder
• ¼ teaspoon onion powder
• ¼ teaspoon salt
• ⅛ teaspoon dry mustard
• ⅛ teaspoon black pepper

Instructions

1. Step 1: Add all ingredients to a medium bowl.
2. Step 2: Whisk thoroughly until smooth and well combined. If the dressing is too thick, add a little more buttermilk to reach your desired consistency.

Tips & Variations

• Use hot honey instead of regular honey for a spicier kick that balances sweetness and heat.
• Fresh herbs can be substituted for dried herbs but reduce quantity slightly as fresh herbs are more potent.
• Adjust the cayenne and chili flakes to suit your preferred spice level.
• Add a squeeze of fresh lemon juice for a brighter, tangier flavor.

Storage

Store the hot honey ranch in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 7–10 days. Stir well before each use. It’s best served chilled, but you can let it sit at room temperature for a few minutes if it has thickened too much.

How to Serve

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I make this dressing dairy-free?

Yes, substitute the buttermilk with a dairy-free milk alternative such as almond or oat milk mixed with a little vinegar or lemon juice to mimic buttermilk’s tang.

What can I use this hot honey ranch for?

This dressing works great as a salad dressing, dip for vegetables or chips, or drizzled over grilled chicken, wings, or roasted vegetables for added flavor.

Easy Hot Honey Ranch Recipe

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This Easy Hot Honey Ranch recipe is a flavorful and creamy dressing combining the sweetness of honey with a kick of cayenne and spices. Perfect for salads, dipping sauces, or drizzling over your favorite dishes, it blends classic ranch flavors with a spicy-sweet twist.

• Author: Daniel
• Prep Time: 5 minutes
• Cook Time: 0 minutes
• Total Time: 5 minutes
• Yield: About 1 ¼ cups 1x
• Category: Dressing
• Method: No-Cook
• Cuisine: American
• Diet: Low Lactose

Ingredients

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Hot Honey Ranch Dressing Ingredients

• 1 cup mayonnaise
• ¼ cup buttermilk (plus more if needed)
• 4 tablespoons honey (if using hot honey, see notes below)
• 1 ½ teaspoons dried chives
• 1 teaspoon dried parsley
• 1 teaspoon dried basil
• 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
• ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
• ½ teaspoon red chili flakes
• ¼ teaspoon garlic powder
• ¼ teaspoon onion powder
• ¼ teaspoon salt
• ⅛ teaspoon dry mustard
• ⅛ teaspoon black pepper

Instructions

1. Combine Ingredients: In a medium mixing bowl, add 1 cup mayonnaise, ¼ cup buttermilk, 4 tablespoons honey, 1 ½ teaspoons dried chives, 1 teaspoon dried parsley, 1 teaspoon dried basil, 1 teaspoon cayenne, ½ teaspoon smoked paprika, ½ teaspoon red chili flakes, ¼ teaspoon garlic powder, ¼ teaspoon onion powder, ¼ teaspoon salt, ⅛ teaspoon dry mustard, and ⅛ teaspoon black pepper.
2. Whisk Together: Using a whisk, thoroughly combine all the ingredients until the mixture is smooth and well blended. If the dressing is too thick, add a little more buttermilk to reach desired consistency.
3. Refrigerate: Transfer the dressing to an airtight container and store in the refrigerator. Let the flavors meld for at least an hour before using, although it can be used immediately.
4. Storage: Keep refrigerated and use within 7 to 10 days for best freshness and flavor.

Notes

• You can substitute regular honey with hot honey for an extra spicy kick.
• Adjust the amount of buttermilk to thin out the dressing as needed depending on preference.
• This dressing works great as a salad dressing, dip for veggies or wings, or drizzle for sandwiches.
• Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 10 days.

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