Make this Hot Honey Syrup Recipe next time you want a sweet and spicy twist on your favorite breakfast! It only takes 4 ingredients and 3 minutes to make a velvety smooth, buttery maple syrup alternative that has the best spicy honey flavor! Use it on classic pancakes or waffles, try it as a dip for breakfast sausage, jazz up your next batch of chicken and waffles, or drizzle on cornmeal pancakes.
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We grew up making classic honey butter syrup every time we made pancakes for breakfast. With our current chili-infused honey obsession, we had to try a spicy pancake syrup too! This recipe is great because:
- It's just 4 ingredients
- It's done in under 3 minutes
- It's deliciously buttery and smooth
- It's the perfect balance of sweetness and spice for breakfast
Serve it up with our family-favorite culinary creations, like this Breakfast Egg Bake and this crispy Candied Bacon. If you're looking for something to use in drinks instead, check out our Hot Honey Simple Syrup.
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Ingredients for hot honey syrup for pancakes
This recipe only requires a four ingredients that you already have on hand! Ingredient quantities and the full recipe are below, but here are a few noteworthy tips.
- Butter: We use salted, but feel free to use unsalted. It can be cold or at room temperature.
- Honey: Use the regular honey from the grocery store or substitute for store-bought or homemade hot honey made with fresh chili peppers. This will give it even more flavor and spice.
- Cayenne pepper: Adjust the heat level by increasing or decreasing this.
- Red pepper flakes: These are optional. They add a pop of color and up the spice level, but you can leave them out and it tastes just as great.
Helpful tools for making this recipe
Pyrex 2 Piece Glass Measuring Cup SetWhisks for CookingMike's Hot Honey Combo PackHunnibi Glass Syrup Dispenser for Pancakes
How to make pancake syrup with honey
This recipe genuinely only takes 2-3 minutes to make. It's best when you warm it up right before serving so that is has that lusciously smooth consistency and pours easily.
Start by adding all your ingredients into a small bowl or microwave safe dish. I like to use my glass liquid measuring cup because it already has a pour spout on it for serving.
Microwave for 30-60 seconds on full power, or until it is fully melted. Watch carefully after the first 30 seconds to keep it from boiling over. Stir together and serve!
Hint: You can easily double or triple this recipe by increasing the ingredients. Make sure to use a large enough dish so that it doesn't boil over.
Can I use pancake syrup instead of honey?
We do not suggest substituting pancake syrup in recipes that call for honey. Pancake syrup reacts differently when cooked and has a very different flavor than honey, which will change the results of your recipe.
How to use spicy honey syrup
This syrup can be used on all your breakfast favorites! Here are some ideas to get you started.
- Buttermilk pancakes
- Waffles
- Simple french toast
- Cornmeal pancakes
- Kodiak Cakes pancakes or waffles
- Dipping sauce for sausage or baked bacon
- Drizzle it on fried chicken or chicken wings with some hot sauce
FAQ
Store your spicy honey pancake syrup in an airtight container or mason jar in the fridge for 1-2 weeks. Reheat gently in the microwave or on the stove, stirring every 20-30 seconds until it is loose.
This syrup is much less processed than traditional pancake syrup that contains corn syrup and artificial ingredients. It does contain high amounts of natural sugars and fats, so it should be eaten in moderation.
An easy way to cook this syrup without a microwave is in a small pot on the stove. Cook over medium-low heat until everything is melted, stirring frequently to combine.
Tips and tricks
- Make it spicier by adding more cayenne pepper or red pepper flakes.
- Try substituting store-bought or homemade chili honey to add another level of flavor.
- Use salted butter or add a pinch of salt for more flavor.
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Easy Hot Honey Syrup Recipe (for pancakes & waffles)
Equipment
Ingredients
Instructions
- Place ingredients in glass measuring cup or other microwave safe dish.4 tablespoon butter, 4 tablespoon honey, ⅛-¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper, ⅛ teaspoon red pepper flakes
- Microwave for 30-60 seconds or until fully melted. Watch carefully after the first 30 seconds to keep it from boiling over. Stir together and serve.
Notes
- Make it spicier by adding more cayenne pepper or red pepper flakes.
- Try substituting store-bought or homemade chili honey to add another level of flavor.
- Use salted butter or add a pinch of salt for more flavor.
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Nutrition
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Misty says
This syrup takes almost no time to make and adds some extra flavor to breakfast!