Chilli Honey: Sweet, Spicy & Simply Delicious
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Servings
4-6
Prep Time
5 minutes
Cook Time
10-15 minutes
Chilli honey (or hot honey, if you like a little alliteration) is the perfect blend of sweet and heat. It’s that golden drizzle with a fiery twist, a flavour that’s both bold and balanced, adding a little spark to every bite. Whether you’re drizzling it over pizza, glazing your roast, or spicing up a cocktail, chilli honey is here to take your dishes to the next level.
What Is Chilli Honey?
Chilli honey is regular honey infused with chillies. It’s sticky, spicy, and just the right kind of fiery. The sweetness of the honey tempers the heat, creating a flavour that’s layered and complex — sweet at first, then a warm, lingering kick. It’s a flavour bomb that’s a little bit sweet, a little bit spicy, and completely addictive.
Why People Love Chilli Honey
Effortless to Use – Just drizzle! No complicated prep.Big Flavour – Adds heat, sweetness, and a touch of smokiness in one move.
Endless Uses – From breakfast to barbecue, it’s a kitchen all-rounder.
Natural Ingredients – No artificial flavourings or preservatives.
Ingredients
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1 cup of your favourite honey
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1 tablespoon crushed red chilli flakes or 1–2 whole dried chillies
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Optional: a splash of apple cider vinegar for a bit of tang
Directions
Warm the Honey - Pour the honey into a small saucepan and gently warm it over low heat. Don’t let it boil — just a gentle heat to help the flavours mingle.
Add the Chilli - Stir in the chilli flakes or whole dried chillies. Let it simmer on low for 5–10 minutes, tasting as you go to find your perfect heat level.
Cool and Strain (optional) - Turn off the heat. Let the honey cool for about 10 minutes. If you used whole chillies, strain them out for a smoother pour.
Bottle It Up - Pour into a clean, airtight jar. It’ll keep in the pantry for months.
Recipe Note
Ready to Turn Up the Heat?
Whether you’re drizzling it over pizza, glazing your chicken, or adding a fiery twist to your morning toast, chilli honey is the sweet-heat combo your kitchen needs. And if you want to skip the DIY and go straight to the good stuff, try Hilltop Hot Honey — perfectly balanced, naturally sweet, and just the right amount of kick.
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