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Homemade Honey BBQ Sauce, and where to source it

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Simmer it low and stir the bottom constantly. The honey and molasses are heavy with sugar and scorch onto a hot pan in seconds, turning bitter and black if you leave it alone.

By Vince Gonzalez · Published July 2026 · Sourcing verified 5 Jul 2026

Prep5 min
Cook15 min
Makes1.5 cups
CuisineAmerican
Cost$
Gluten-freeDairy-free
Contains  fish
The Ingredients — and where to get them
Cook for 1 cups
Our ratio, your call. The amounts below are a tested starting point — a version, not the one and only. Anything tagged to taste is the knob you turn: start there, then make it yours.
Ketchup
The thick, tangy tomato base. A clean, low-additive ketchup is best.
1 cuprecommended
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Honey
The sticky, floral sweetness and shine. A raw honey has the most flavor.
1/3 cuprecommended
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Molasses
A dark, smoky sugar depth that grounds the tang.
2 tbsprecommended
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Cider vinegar
The acid that cuts the heavy sugar. A raw cider vinegar is brightest.
2 tbsprecommended
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Worcestershire and garlic
A splash of Worcestershire and a little garlic powder for savor.
to tasteto taste
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The Rundown
Greedometer ●●●●● Barely a splurge
A light hand — your arteries say thanks.
EffortEasy
Cook it with
GrillOne-potNo-cook
The Method
  1. CombineWhisk everything together in a saucepan.
  2. Warm throughBring to a low heat until the honey dissolves.
  3. Simmer lowSimmer 15 min, stirring the bottom constantly so it does not scorch.
  4. CoolPull it off the heat when it coats a spoon; it thickens as it cools.
The Toolkit

Saucepan · Whisk · Wooden spoon

Straight Answers
Can you freeze Homemade Honey BBQ Sauce? — Yes

Yes — it freezes well. Cool it fully, portion into airtight containers, and it keeps a few months; thaw in the fridge and reheat gently.

Can you make Homemade Honey BBQ Sauce ahead of time? — Yes

Yes — it keeps in the fridge for several days; stir or shake it before serving.

Is Homemade Honey BBQ Sauce gluten-free? — Yes

Yes — nothing in this recipe as written contains gluten. As always, glance at the labels on any packaged items (broth, sauces, chocolate), since brands vary.

Is Homemade Honey BBQ Sauce vegan? — No

No — it contains seafood, so it isn’t vegetarian or vegan.

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