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This Honey Mustard Recipe is incredibly quick and easy to make with just 3 ingredients. Sweet and tangy, this homemade honey mustard is the best dipping sauce, sandwich spread or salad dressing!

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This honey mustard sauce recipe is so simple, and yet so versatile! This sweet and tangy sauce is my dipping sauce of choice for baked chicken tenders, air fryer chicken tenders, air fryer chicken wings, French fries and veggies. Like my honey mustard dressing, it is also perfect for drizzling on crisp green salads or roasted vegetables.

With just three ingredients, this creamy honey mustard sauce couldn’t be easier to make. The best part about making this from scratch is that you can customize the recipe to your tastes, making it a little sweeter or a little tangier, as desired. You’ll find all of my tips for making the best honey mustard sauce below!

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How to Make Honey Mustard

Making this honey mustard is as simple as whisking the ingredients together until smooth. Then taste and adjust the flavors to your liking. More about that below!

Ingredients

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  • Dijon Mustard: I love the sharp, tangy flavor that a good Dijon mustard brings to this sauce. However, you can replace half of the Dijon with yellow mustard if you prefer a milder flavor.
  • Plain Greek Yogurt: I usually use full fat Greek yogurt for a richer flavor, but low fat also works well. Many honey mustard recipes use mayonnaise, but I prefer using Greek yogurt because it’s lighter, healthier and slightly tangy. You may substitute mayo if you prefer.
  • Honey: The sweetness balances out the tangy bite of the mustard.

Once you’ve mixed these together well, taste the honey mustard and adjust the ingredients to your preferences. If you’re using it as a dip for chicken, you may want more of a tangy kick to your sauce. If you’re drizzling it on a salad, you may want it more mild-flavored.

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  • If the mustard flavor is too strong, add a little more plain Greek yogurt (or mayo).
  • If it’s too sweet, add a little more Dijon or yogurt (or mayo).
  • If it’s not sweet enough, add a little more honey.
  • For a spicy kick, add a pinch of cayenne pepper.
  • For a tangier sauce, add a tablespoon of apple cider vinegar.

Find the full recipe with ingredient amounts and instructions in the recipe card below.

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Ways to Use Honey Mustard Sauce

This creamy sauce is so versatile! Let me know in the comments below how you like to use it.

  • Use it as a dip. It’s so good with chicken tenders, chicken nuggets, sweet potato fries, air fryer French friesand raw veggies.
  • Enjoy it as a salad dressing. You can’t beat a creamy, sweet and tangy dressing on a simple salad.
  • Serve it with roasted or grilled vegetables. It’s delicious drizzled on roasted asparagus, broccoli, cauliflower and potatoes. Or serve honey mustard on the side as a veggie dip.
  • Use it as a sandwich spread. Or add it to a wrap. It brings so much flavor!
  • Try it as a marinade. Marinate chicken or pork tenderloin in the honey mustard and then cook the chicken or pork in the oven, in a skillet, or on the grill. (Discard the marinade after using.) For cooking tips, see my baked chicken, grilled chicken, and pork tenderloin recipes.

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Honey Mustard Recipe Tips

  • To make a dressing, either use my honey mustard dressing recipe or thin the sauce out with a little bit of olive oil. Or, replace half of the Greek yogurt with olive oil and add a tablespoon of apple cider vinegar or lemon juice.
  • You can scale this recipe up or down, depending on how many people you are serving.
  • Honey mustard may be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 5 days, as long as that doesn’t exceed the expiration date on the yogurt. Stir to recombine the ingredients before serving.

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5 from 2 ratings

Honey Mustard Recipe

Servings: 5 servings

Prep Time: 5 minutes mins

Total Time: 5 minutes mins

This Honey Mustard Recipe is incredibly fast and easy to make with just 3 ingredients. Sweet and tangy, this homemade honey mustard sauce is the best dipping sauce, sandwich spread or salad dressing!

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Ingredients

  • ¼ cup Dijon mustard
  • 3 tablespoons plain Greek yogurt*, or mayonnaise
  • 3 tablespoons honey

Instructions

  • Place the Dijon mustard, plain Greek yogurt (or mayonnaise) and honey in a small bowl. Whisk until smooth and well combined.

  • Taste and adjust the ingredient amounts as needed, to your taste preferences. If the Dijon flavor is too strong, mix in another tablespoon of yogurt (or mayo). If it's too sweet, add a little more Dijon or yogurt. If it's not sweet enough, add a little more honey. If you want a spicy kick to your honey mustard sauce, mix in a pinch of cayenne pepper.

  • Enjoy as a dipping sauce for chicken or vegetables, salad dressing, sandwich spread, etc.

Notes

  • I recommend using full-fat or low-fat plain Greek yogurt, not non-fat.
  • If you want a spicy kick, add a pinch of cayenne pepper.
  • Prepared honey mustard sauce may be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days, as long as the yogurt doesn't expire before then. Stir to recombine the ingredients before serving.

Serving: 2tablespoons, Calories: 52kcal, Carbohydrates: 11g, Protein: 2g, Fat: 1g, Saturated Fat: 1g, Trans Fat: 1g, Cholesterol: 1mg, Sodium: 145mg, Potassium: 36mg, Fiber: 1g, Sugar: 11g, Vitamin A: 9IU, Vitamin C: 1mg, Calcium: 18mg, Iron: 1mg

Nutrition information is an estimate.

Cuisine: American

Course: Condiment, Sauce

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6 comments on “Honey Mustard Recipe”

  1. Farida Reply

    Hello
    Thank you for your wonderful recipes.
    I have a question regarding the honey mustard sauce.
    Instead of honey can I use maple syrup?

    Thank you.

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      Kristine Reply

      If you are ok with the maple flavor coming through instead of a honey flavor, then yes.

  2. Isha Grern Reply

    Love the recipes.

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    Vicki Reply

    I used half mayo and half Greek yogurt and added some cayenne. While the flavor is good, the sauce is way too loose/watery. I was hoping to use it as a dipping sauce but that will be very messy.

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      Kristine Rosenblatt Reply

      Using full fat plain Greek yogurt may help, since it has a thicker consistency.

  4. Douglas A Myers Reply

    A little too much DiJon for me so I added a tablespoon more of honey and mayo. It came out perfect. Taste just like at a restaurant. About 5 minutes to make.

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Honey Mustard Recipe - Easy 3 Ingredient Recipe! - Kristine's Kitchen (2024)

FAQs

What is honey mustard sauce made of? ›

Mix mayonnaise, honey, mustards, and lemon juice together in a bowl. For best flavor, cover and chill in the refrigerator overnight.

What is a substitute for Dijon mustard in honey mustard? ›

One of the best substitutes for dijon mustard is stone-ground mustard. This is because stone-ground mustard is made from brown mustard seeds. You might notice it's milder than dijon mustard, but it's a safe bet when you need an alternate option.

Is there a difference between honey mustard dressing and honey mustard? ›

The key distinction is that honey mustard, when used as a sauce or spread, typically has a mayonnaise base, while honey mustard dressing for salads is made with an oil base. The end result is a much thicker sauce for coating food or spreading on bread and a thinner dressing that is ideal for pouring.

What are the ingredients in French's honey mustard? ›

Distilled Vinegar, Water, Sugar, 1 Grade Mustard Seed, Honey, Salt, Spices, Garlic Powder, Carrot Oleoresin (Color) & Natural Flavor.

How to thicken honey mustard? ›

The sauce will thicken as it sits in the refrigerator, but if you want it even thicker, you can use a little oil and xanthan gum. A little xanthan gum goes a long way, so start out with ⅛-¼ teaspoon and make sure to let it sit a good 15 minutes before adding more.

What are the ingredients in Ken's honey mustard? ›

Soybean Oil, Distilled Vinegar, Sugar, Water, Dijon Mustard (Distilled Vinegar, Water, Mustard Seed, Salt, White Wine, Citric Acid, Tartaric Acid, Spice), Honey, Egg Yolk, Contains Less Than 2% Of Salt, Mustard Flour, Xanthan Gum, Oleoresin Paprika (Color), Calcium Disodium EDTA (To Protect Flavor), Spice, Corn Syrup, ...

Can I use Worcestershire sauce instead of Dijon mustard? ›

Worcestershire has a similar flavor profile as Dijon mustard, so it can work in a pinch. It's more liquid than Dijon's creaminess, so be prepared to adjust other liquids in the recipe as needed. We recommend you start with a ½ :1 swap of Worcestershire sauce to Dijon.

What is honey Dijon mustard made of? ›

INGREDIENTS: SUGAR, WATER, SPIRIT VINEGAR, MUSTARD SEED, HONEY, MUSTARD FLOUR, SALT, POTASSIUM METABISULFITE (USED TO PROTECT QUALITY), TURMERIC, CARAMEL COLOR (CONTAINS WHEAT), CITRIC ACID, SPICES, PAPRIKA.

Does honey mustard taste the same as mustard? ›

Honey mustard is just that; honey and mustard blended together. This sweeter variety lacks the hot notes that you find in mustard, but still has a little sharpness. It is often used as a sandwich spread or as a dip for chicken fingers.

Is Chick Fil A sauce honey mustard? ›

Believe it or not, the sauce was created by accident. That's right, according to the Chick-Fil-A website, back in 1980 in a small town in Virginia, a employee accidentally mixed barbecue sauce and honey mustard.

Which is healthier mayo or honey mustard? ›

On the other hand, since mustard is much lower in calories and fat, it can be a great alternative to mayonnaise. While it wouldn't be the ideal ingredient for a cake, you could use it to create your own salad dressing, spread it on a sandwich or serve it with your steak.

What goes with honey mustard? ›

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  • Bacon Potato Salad.

What are the ingredients in Hellmann's honey mustard? ›

Water, soybean oil, distilled vinegar, sugar, honey, prepared mustard (water, vinegar mustard seeds, salt), grainy dijon mustard (water, mustard seeds, vinegar, salt, white wine, citric acid, tartaric acid, spices), salt, dijon mustard (water, mustard seeds, distilled vinegar, salt, cider vinegar, potassium ...

What are the ingredients in Billy Bee honey mustard? ›

WATER, SUGAR, DEXTROSE, MUSTARD SEED, HONEY, WHITE VINEGAR, SALT, COLOUR (INCLUDING TARTRAZINE), MODIFIED TAPIOCA STARCH, SPICE, GARLIC POWDER, FLAVOUR. We strive to always offer you the most up-to-date product information.

What are the ingredients in Boar's Head honey mustard? ›

This All Natural Honey Mustard is prepared using hand selected mustard seeds which are freshly ground, blended with pure golden honey and a touch of horseradish for a unique flavor.

Is Chick Fil A sauce basically honey mustard? ›

As the company tweeted out in 2012, the Chick-fil-A sauce is just a mixture of honey mustard, barbecue sauce, and ranch dressing. Yes, that's it. You can mix those three ingredients in your own kitchen anytime you have a craving and get the same sauce you thought only Chick-fil-A restaurants could provide.

Is honey mustard healthier than ketchup? ›

Mustard is the clear winner here, known to bring relief for a myriad of ailments including joint pain, skin problems and even poor respiratory health. It also clocks in at just 5 calories per serving (give or take), while ketchup, containing sugar and roughly 20 calories per serving, boasts very few health benefits.

What is mustard sauce made of? ›

The whole, ground, cracked, or bruised mustard seeds are mixed with water, vinegar, lemon juice, wine, or other liquids, salt, and often other flavorings and spices, to create a paste or sauce ranging in color from bright yellow to dark brown. The seed itself has a strong, pungent, and somewhat bitter taste.

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