When it comes to BBQ sauce, store-bought simply can’t compare to homemade. Honey BBQ Sauce has the smokiness and the savory taste you want from a great barbeque sauce but with the floral sweetness of honey mixed in for a beautiful contrast of flavor. Sticky and with just the right amount of heat, Honey BBQ Sauce is easy to make and comes together in just 15 minutes. Get ready to impress at the next cookout!

Ingredients

  • 1 cup ketchup
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar
  • 1/4 cup apple cider vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons honey
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper

Directions

Step 1 –Add the ketchup, brown sugar, apple cider vinegar, honey, salt, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, and black pepper to a medium-sized saucepan.

Step 2 –Bring the mixture to a boil over medium heat.

Step 3 –Lower the heat to a simmer and allow the mixture to simmer for 15 minutes as it thickens.

Step 4 –Remove the saucepan from the heat and let it cool.

Step 5 –Serve immediately or store it in the fridge. This BBQ sauce can be stored in an air-tight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.