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This honey mustard dipping sauce is the perfect balance of sweet and tangy with a smooth, creamy texture. It comes together in just a few minutes using simple ingredients you probably already have on hand. Perfect for dipping, drizzling, or spreading.
You can always make your favorite dipping sauces at home. Knowing how to make your favorite store-bought sauce at home can be so handy, time-saving, and so much more affordable. This honey mustard dipping sauce can be used as a dipping sauce, as a marinade for chicken or salmon, or as a drizzle over salads.
Recipe Overview
Key Ingredients
Below is a list of what I used to make this sauce. Full measurements are listed further down in the recipe card.
- Lite mayonnaise: You may also use mayo with avocado oil. For a vegan option, use a dairy-free mayo option.
- Mustard: I used both Dijon mustard and yellow mustard
- Honey: This is a key ingredient. For a vegan option, agave will work fine.
- Lemon juice or white distilled vinegar
- Seasonings: paprika, garlic powder, and cayenne pepper
How To Make Honey Mustard Sauce
Add the ingredients to a bowl: Gather all the sauce ingredients and add them to a medium bowl.
Mix it in: Using a small whisk or a spoon, whisk or mix everything together until combined.
Store: Place the sauce in a bowl to serve, or in a lidded jar and store in the fridge for up to 2 weeks.
Helpful Tips
- Use high-quality mustard: Dijon offers a smoother, slightly sharper flavor, while yellow mustard keeps it mild and classic. I decided to mix both in for this recipe.
- Adjust the sweetness to taste: Start with less honey and add more if needed. Some mustard brands are stronger than others.
- Let it sit before serving; even 15–30 minutes in the fridge helps the flavors blend.
- Thin it out for drizzling: Add a teaspoon of water, milk, or more lemon juice to reach a pourable consistency for salads or wraps.
- Make it healthier: Swap some or all of the mayo with plain Greek yogurt for a lighter version with extra protein.
Common Questions
Store the mustard sauce in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 to 7 days.
Yes. Keep in mind that the consistency will change. You can use Greek yogurt or even sour cream instead of mayo if you prefer. The flavor will be slightly tangier.
Yes. Just use a dairy-free mayo alternative.
Absolutely. It holds up well in the fridge and is great to portion into small containers for the week. Add over salads, use as a marinade, or as a dipping sauce for grilled proteins.
Yes. My recipe calls for an optional addition of 1/4 teaspoon of cayenne pepper. You can add more cayenne, a little hot sauce, or spicy brown mustard for heat.
Serving Suggestions
There are so many options for this honey mustard dipping sauce, but here are some of my favorite picks.
- Oven-fried Chicken tenders, or grilled chicken, like this honey chipotle grilled chicken.
- Roasted vegetables like these baked parmesan zucchini fries.
- Fries or sweet potato fries
- Sandwiches like this chicken cutlet sandwich and wraps like this southwestern chicken wrap.
- As a salad dressing over salads like this Arugula Pear Salad.
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Honey Mustard Dipping Sauce
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup lite mayonnaise, you may use mayo with avocado oil
- 3 tablespoons Dijon mustard
- 2 tablespoons yellow mustard
- ¼ cup honey
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice, or white distilled vinegar
- ¼ teaspoon Garlic powder
- 1/8 teaspoon paprika
Optional:
- ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper
Instructions
- In a medium bowl, add all the ingredients (1/2 cup lite mayonnaise, 3 tablespoons Dijon mustard, 2 tablespoons yellow mustard, ¼ cup honey, 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice, ¼ teaspoon Garlic powder, 1/8 teaspoon paprika, and ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper if using)
- Using a small whisk or a spoon, whisk or mix everything together until combined.
- Place the sauce in a bowl to serve, or in a lidded jar and store in the fridge for up to 2 weeks.
Notes
- Lite or full-fat mayo will work.
- Use your favorite mustard.
- For a vegan option, use agave and a plant-based mayo.
Nutrition
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
