DIY Hot Honey: Spice Up Your Sweet Side

Craving that perfect balance of sweetness and heat? Make your own hot honey at home—it’s easier than you think! Just warm 1/2 cup of honey with 1/4 teaspoon of crushed red pepper flakes in a small saucepan over medium-low heat, stirring often until it reaches a gentle simmer. Then, take it off the heat and let it cool.

Want it silky smooth? For a smoother version, strain out the pepper flakes. Prefer it extra fiery? Leave them in—the longer it sits, the hotter it gets!

Store your homemade hot honey in a sealed container at room temperature, and drizzle it over everything from fried chicken and roasted veggies to pizza, biscuits and more for that perfect sweet-and-spicy kick.

Bonus: It makes a great DIY gift, too! Whether you’re buying or making, get your hot honey fix at Market 32 and Price Chopper.