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Hot Honey Ranch Sweet and Spicy

Sweet and Spicy Hot Honey Ranch Sauce You'll Love to Dip!

This Hot Honey Ranch Sauce combines sweet honey with spicy garlic chili oil for a deliciously irresistible dip, perfect for snacks and gatherings.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Chill Time 30 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Snacks
Cuisine: American
Calories: 100
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Base
  • 1 cup Sour Cream Can substitute with Greek yogurt for a lighter option.
  • 1/3 cup Honey Use local or raw honey for enhanced flavor.
For the Flavor
  • 2 tbsp Garlic Chili Oil Make your own by infusing crushed red pepper and garlic in olive oil.
  • 1 tbsp Ranch Seasoning Mix Use a store-bought mix or homemade with buttermilk powder, garlic powder, onion powder, dill, and parsley.
  • 2 tbsp Chopped Fresh Dill If unavailable, substitute with 1 tsp of dried dill.
  • 1/2 tsp Red Pepper Flakes Optional for extra heat; adjust according to spice preference.

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Combine the Base: In a medium mixing bowl, add the creamy sour cream and sweet honey. Fold together for a smooth mixture, aiming for a thick, creamy texture.
  2. Add Flavor Elements: Drizzle in the garlic chili oil and sprinkle ranch seasoning. Stir until incorporated, maintaining a velvety consistency.
  3. Infuse Freshness: Fold in the freshly chopped dill and optional red pepper flakes until well combined.
  4. Taste and Adjust: Taste the sauce and adjust sweetness or spiciness to your liking, mixing thoroughly.
  5. Serve or Store: Serve immediately or store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 7 days, stirring before each use.

Nutrition

Serving: 2tbspCalories: 100kcalCarbohydrates: 14gProtein: 1gFat: 5gSaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 30mgSugar: 10gVitamin A: 300IUCalcium: 50mgIron: 0.2mg

Notes

Allow the sauce to rest in the fridge for at least 30 minutes to enhance flavors. Adjust consistency with a splash of milk or water if too thick.

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