This Vegan Hot Honey Recipe is easy, quick and delicious! It only requires 4 ingredients and a few minutes to make.
Condiments and dips make food more fun. There is nothing like dipping a chip into Vegan Rotel Dip or tossing pasta with some Vegan Parsley Scallion Pesto.
And there is one condiment that I've never seen a vegan version of. Hot honey. Its exactly what it sounds like- honey that is steeped with spicy peppers. So, today I'm making my own Vegan Hot Honey.
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Ingredients
Agave Nectar: This recipe uses agave instead of honey to keep it vegan.
Crushed Red Pepper Flakes: For heat.
Cayenne Pepper: This is optional, but if you like spicy food, definitely add it!
Lemon Juice: To brighten up the agave for a more true honey flavor.
Pinch of Salt: For balance.
Method
This Vegan Hot Honey recipe takes no time at all.
First, combine the agave, crushed red pepper flakes, cayenne and salt in a small saucepan.
Next, bring the mixture to just barely a simmer.
Now, allow the mixture to cool in the pan for a bit.
Finally add lemon juice and give it a stir.
And thats it!
Agave Notes
Be sure to use light agave only here. Light refers to the color of the agave. I like this brand of agave.
It should be about the color of honey.
There is another variety of agave that is deeper in color that is usually labeled as 'amber agave". Its color is closer to maple syrup- and it has a stronger flavor that isn't desirable for this Vegan Hot Honey recipe.
Decide How Hot to Make It
The cayenne is totally optional in this hot honey recipe. If you like a mild kick, leave it out.
If you like spicy, add it!
Ways to Use
Vegan Hot Honey sounds wild at first but when you think about it, there are so many places to drizzle it.
Top some avocado toast with a drizzle.
Use it to top a Vegan Buttermilk Biscuit or Vegan Jalapeño Cornbread Skillet.
Dunk fried tofu nuggets into it.
Give a hot toddy a spicy kick.
Use it to top pizza.
Use it to make Vegan Honey Mustard Dressing.
The list goes on. This stuff is good on everything!
Storage
Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a month.
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📖 Recipe
Vegan Hot Honey
Equipment
- 1 Small Sauce Pan
- Measuring Cups and Spoons
- 1 Rubber Spatula
Ingredients
- ¾ Cup Light Agave see note
- 2 teaspoon Crushed Red Pepper Flake
- ¼ teaspoon Ground Cayenne Pepper optional
- Pinch Salt
- 1 teaspoon Lemon Juice
Instructions
- In a small saucepan over low heat, combine agave, crushed red pepper flake, cayenne pepper and a pinch of salt.¾ Cup Light Agave, 2 teaspoon Crushed Red Pepper Flake, ¼ teaspoon Ground Cayenne Pepper, Pinch Salt
- Stirring frequently, bring the mixture just to a simmer, then remove from heat.
- Allow mixture to cool in the saucepan for 10 minutes.
- Add the lemon juice and stir to combine.1 teaspoon Lemon Juice
- Transfer to a jar and store in the refrigerator for up to 1 month.
Jill says
I grow lots of hot cayenne peppers and dry them for crushing. Like you, I sprinkle them on just about everything! Next tome you’re in Lexington, hit me up😂
Megan Calipari says
Freshly dried and crushed red pepper flakes?! Sign me up!
Cristiana says
Wow, that sounds terrific!!! I must make this looks delicious :))
Megan Calipari says
Thank you!
Michelle | Taste As You Go says
I love hot honey drizzled over everything. I never thought to try making something similar with agave. Thanks for the inspiration!
Megan Calipari says
Thank you!
Fabiana says
What an awesome recipe !! You intrigued me a lot to try it. I love trying new things in the kitchen and I love agave and all things spicy. Thanks for sharing
Megan Calipari says
Its so tasty! Sweet, spicy and delicious on so many things!
Jacq says
Love this recipe! Looks like it would be great for treating a cold or flu. Will pin it for later use, Thanks!
Megan Calipari says
Yes! It would be amazing in some turmeric tea with a squeeze of lemon
Jeannie says
It looks very easy to do, I like hot condiments so this will work for me. Bonus that its vegan!
Megan Calipari says
Me too! Hot sauce on everything please!