Hot Honey Marinated Mozzarella Balls Recipe

Tulip jar with pearls of mozzarella marinated in a hot honey marinade.

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Hot Honey Marinated Mozzarella Balls Recipe

In less than 10 minutes, you can whip up this easy Hot Honey Marinated Mozzarella Balls Recipe—a super tasty twist on a classic party favorite! Just toss creamy mozzarella pearls with olive oil, a drizzle of spicy honey, and a mix of herbs and spices for that perfect combo of heat and sweet. These little bites are a total crowd-pleaser, perfect for Christmas, Thanksgiving, or New Year’s celebrations!

Prep Time10

Total Time10

Course: Appetizer

Cuisine: American

Servings:

Calories: 251kcal

Author: Danielle

Ingredients

8 oz mozzarella balls mini or regular size
6 tablespoon olive oil light
2.5 tablespoon hot honey or regular honey
2 tablespoon lemon juice
½ tablespoon dried oregano
½ tablespoon dried thyme
2 teaspoon garlic minced
¾ teaspoon onion powder
1-2 teaspoon red pepper flakes depending on spice level
½ teaspoon kosher salt
¼ teaspoon pepper

Instructions

If needed, drain the mozzarella balls.
Combine the oil and all seasonings in a bowl until well combined.
6 tablespoon olive oil, 2.5 tablespoon hot honey, 2 tablespoon lemon juice, ½ tablespoon dried oregano, ½ tablespoon dried thyme, 2 teaspoon garlic, ¾ teaspoon onion powder, 1-2 teaspoon red pepper flakes, ½ teaspoon kosher salt, ¼ teaspoon pepper
Add drained mozzarella balls and combine.
8 oz mozzarella balls
Serve right away, or allow to marinate in the fridge and it will get more flavorful the longer it sits.

Notes

Tips & Tricks

- These are more flavorful the longer they marinade.

- The olive oil might harden in the fridge. Allow it to sit out for up to an hour to allow it to re-liquify.

Adjust Heat

To adjust the level of spice, add more or less red chili flakes. If using regular honey a pinch of cayenne pepper will help simulate the flavor of spicy honey.

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