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Baked Crunchy Hot Honey

Baked Crunchy Hot Honey
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Baked Crunchy Hot Honey is an irresistible condiment that perfectly balances the natural sweetness of raw honey with a fiery kick of chili flakes and smoky paprika, finished with a delightfully crunchy texture. Slow-baked to caramelize the spices and combine flavors, this versatile sauce is ideal for drizzling over fried chicken, roasted vegetables, pizza, and more. Made with simple, natural ingredients and easy to prepare, it brings a bold and gourmet twist to your favorite dishes.

Ingredients

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Ingredients

  • 1 cup raw honey
  • 1–2 teaspoons red chili flakes (adjust to taste)
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1/4 teaspoon sea salt
  • 1 teaspoon lemon zest (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat Your Oven: Set your oven to 275°F (135°C) to ensure a moderate temperature for slowly infusing the honey with spices without burning.
  2. Mix Ingredients: In a heatproof baking dish or glass jar, combine the raw honey, red chili flakes, smoked paprika, and sea salt. Stir gently to evenly distribute the spices throughout the honey.
  3. Bake Slowly: Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for 20-25 minutes. Watch carefully to prevent bubbling over or burning. During this time, the honey will deepen in flavor and the chili flakes will lightly toast, creating a crisp texture.
  4. Add Zest: Remove from the oven and carefully fold in lemon zest if using. This brightens the honey and adds an extra layer of flavor.
  5. Cool and Store: Let the baked honey cool to room temperature before transferring it to a clean jar with a tight-fitting lid. The honey will thicken and the crunchy bits will settle, making it ready to use as a drizzle or dip.

Notes

  • Use raw honey for the best caramelization and richer flavor.
  • Maintain a moderate oven temperature to avoid burning and develop complex flavors.
  • Check the honey closely around 20 minutes to prevent overcooking.
  • Adjust the amount of chili flakes and smoked paprika to customize heat and smokiness.
  • Use glass bakeware to monitor color changes more easily than metal pans.

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Keywords: baked hot honey, crunchy hot honey, spicy honey, homemade hot honey, honey condiment, chili honey, smoked paprika honey

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