Best 9 Honey Maple Bbq Sauce Recipes

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Get ready to tantalize your taste buds with a delectable journey into the world of sweet and smoky flavors. Our honey maple BBQ sauce is a culinary symphony that blends the rich sweetness of honey with the subtle smokiness of maple syrup, creating a perfect balance that will elevate any dish. Whether you're a grilling enthusiast, a barbecue connoisseur, or simply a lover of flavorful sauces, this versatile sauce will quickly become a staple in your kitchen. From tangy chicken wings to succulent pork ribs, this sauce adds a touch of magic to any protein. But its versatility doesn't stop there; it also shines as a glaze for roasted vegetables, a dipping sauce for appetizers, or even as a marinade for tofu. With its lip-smacking goodness, our honey maple BBQ sauce promises to transform your meals into unforgettable culinary experiences.

Here are our top 9 tried and tested recipes!

SMOKED WHOLE CHICKEN WITH HONEY BBQ SAUCE



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Provided by Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 3h45m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 19

1/4 cup dark brown sugar
1 tablespoon coarse sea salt
2 teaspoons cracked black pepper
2 teaspoons smoked paprika (hot or mild, whichever you prefer)
2 teaspoons garlic powder
2 teaspoons onion powder
1 teaspoon ground mustard
1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
4 tablespoons softened butter
One 2- to 3-pound whole chicken
1 cup ketchup
1/2 cup brown sugar
1/4 cup apple cider vinegar
2 tablespoons honey
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon smoked paprika
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon onion powder
1/2 teaspoon black pepper

Steps:

  • For the BBQ seasoning: Combine the brown sugar, salt, pepper, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, ground mustard and cayenne in a small bowl.
  • Preheat your smoker or grill to 275 degrees F.
  • If using a charcoal or gas grill, prepare for two-zone cooking with heat or coals on one side of the grill and none on the other. If using a gas grill, prepare your smoking pouches by tearing off 2 large pieces of heavy-duty aluminum foil and layering them flat on your work surface. Place two cups of dry wood chips on the center of your foil. Fold up each long side and crimp to secure. Then roll up the ends to make a sealed wood chip pouch. Poke holes in the top of your pouch to allow the heat from the fire to singe the wood chips inside the pouch and make some gorgeous smoke that will be released through the holes and add a delicious smoke flavor to your food. Repeat this process so you have a total of 3 pouches.
  • Combine the softened butter and the BBQ seasoning in a small bowl. Use your fingers to loosen the skin of the chicken and spread the seasoned butter up under the skin. Spread any remaining butter on top of the chicken skin.
  • Use butcher twine to tie the legs together and tuck the wing tips behind the shoulder joint. Place your chicken directly on the grill grates over indirect heat on your smoker or grill. Add the wood of your choice; I recommend apple, cherry, maple, or pecan. If using a grill, place the smoking pouch on the direct heat. Close the lid and smoke for 2 1/2 to 3 hours, replacing the smoking pouch as necessary. Breasts should be about 160 to 165 degrees F. The thighs should be about 170 to 175 degrees F. If needed, rotate the chicken once during smoking.
  • While your chicken is smoking, prepare your BBQ sauce. Combine the ketchup, brown sugar, vinegar, honey, salt, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder and black pepper in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Bring sauce to a boil. Reduce heat to low and simmer for 15 minutes. Remove sauce from heat and allow to cool.
  • Baste the chicken with the honey BBQ sauce during the last 30 minutes of cooking (this is optional). Once the chicken has reached the correct internal temperature, remove it from the grill, rest for 10 minutes, slice, and serve.

HONEY MAPLE BBQ SAUCE



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I want to thank Dana R.'s hubby for inspiring me to get outside of my comfort zone when making BBQ Sauce. This is a very delicious sauce, although high in sugar, I did try to reduce it where ever possible.

Provided by Lynn Socko

Categories     Other Sauces

Time 2h5m

Number Of Ingredients 17

1-2 Tbsp olive oil
4 clove garlic minced
1/2 sweet onion
13 oz bottle heinze ketsup, reduced sugar
1 c snappy tom tomato juice
1 bottle budweiser beer
1 tsp cumin
1 tsp black pepper
1/2 tsp coarse sea salt
2 Tbsp low sodium worcestershire sauce
1 tsp spicy mustard
1 Tbsp brown sugar
1 Tbsp apple cider vinegar
1 c applesauce
12 oz sugar free honey
1 c maple syrup
3 Tbsp mccormicks smokehouse maple seasoning

Steps:

  • 1. Finely dice onion and garlic. Saute in olive oil until tender. Add all other ingredients except Smokehouse Maple seasoning.
  • 2. Simmer on very low for about 2 hrs. Add Smokehouse Maple seasoning (3Tbsp) about 30 min before end of cooking time.
  • 3. This is another AWESOME sauce that is a must try!!! https://www.justapinch.com/recipes/sauce-spread/other-sauce-spread/blackbears-grillin-sauce.html?p=1

BARBECUE SAUCE



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The BEST barbecue sauce from scratch. An easy tangy and sweet homemade barbecue sauce recipe without ketchup. Ready in 15 minutes!

Provided by Erin Clarke / Well Plated

Categories     condiment

Time 15m

Number Of Ingredients 12

15 ounces tomato sauce ((1 standard can))
6 ounces tomato paste ((1 standard can))
1/3 cup apple cider vinegar
1/4 cup pure maple syrup
1/4 cup molasses
2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
2 teaspoons smoked paprika
1 teaspoon dry mustard powder
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1/8-1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper ((optional but encouraged))

Steps:

  • In a medium saucepan, stir together all of the ingredients: tomato sauce, tomato paste, apple cider vinegar, maple syrup, molasses, Worcestershire, smoked paprika, dry mustard, garlic, salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper. Bring to a simmer over medium heat.
  • Cover with a lid slightly ajar so that the pot is mostly covered to deter splattering, but steam can still escape and the sauce can reduce. Let cook, stirring occasionally, until the sauce thickens, about 10 to 15 minutes.
  • Taste and adjust seasonings as desired. Enjoy immediately or let cool and store for later use.

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 cup (of 2), Calories 390 kcal, Carbohydrate 92 g, Protein 7 g, Fiber 8 g, Sugar 76 g, Fat 2 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, UnsaturatedFat 2 g

HOMEMADE MAPLE BBQ SAUCE RECIPE



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Provided by The Prairie Homestead

Categories     Condiment

Time 10m

Number Of Ingredients 14

2 cups tomato sauce (or one 14.5 oz can)
1 can (6 oz) of tomato paste
1/3 cup apple cider vinegar
1/4 cup real maple syrup
1/4 cup molasses
2 tablespoons worcestershire sauce
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon paprika
1 teaspoon dijon mustard
1/2 teaspoon onion powder
1/2 teaspoon salt (I use this salt.)
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1-2 teaspoons liquid smoke (optional, but nice if you're wanting the smokey flavor)
1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional- use only if you want a kick)

Steps:

  • Combine all ingredients in a medium saucepan, and bring to a simmer over medium heat.
  • Continue to mix and simmer for 10-15 minutes so all the ingredients can meld together.
  • Transfer to a jar and store in the refrigerator for up to several weeks. You can also freeze it for longer storage.

SIMPLE MAPLE BARBECUE SAUCE



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--Lorna Crowe, East Mapleton, Nova Scotia

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 5m

Yield 1-3/4 cups.

Number Of Ingredients 6

3/4 cup maple syrup
3/4 cup ketchup
1/2 cup cold water
1/2 teaspoon onion salt
1/4 teaspoon celery seed
Salt and pepper to taste

Steps:

  • In a small bowl or a jar with a tight-fitting lid, combine all ingredients; mix or shake well. Serve over ribs, chicken, pork or ham or use as a marinade. Store in the refrigerator.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 59 calories, Fat 0 fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 219mg sodium, Carbohydrate 15g carbohydrate (12g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 0 protein.

NORTH ATLANTIC-STYLE MAPLE BBQ SAUCE



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Provided by Food Network

Categories     condiment

Number Of Ingredients 14

3/4 cup maple syrup
1/2 cup light molasses
1/3 cup honey
1/4 cup malt vinegar
1/2 cup white vinegar
2 cups of ketchup
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
3 tablespoon soy sauce
1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
6 drops of Tabasco sauce
3 teaspoons of fenugreek
6 Teaspoons sweet paprika
2 Tbs cornstarch
1/4 cup water

Steps:

  • Add liquid ingredients, except the water, to sauce pan. Simmer these ingredients for 15 minutes or until all ingredients have blended. Sift in fenugreek and paprika. Stir while spices are blending into sauce.
  • Bring sauce to slow rolling boil. Then add cornstarch and water to sauce. Continue to simmer until sauce has thickened.
  • Sauce is great on pork, beef, lamb, chicken or anything you desire. This sauce is also a great marinade when used with citrus juice base!!!

MAPLE HONEY MUSTARD SAUCE



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A smoky and tangy sauce that is great as a dip for chicken fingers or even as a salad dressing.

Provided by Liam Walshe

Time 5m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 8

½ cup creamy salad dressing (such as Miracle Whip®)
3 tablespoons honey
2 tablespoons maple mustard
1 ½ teaspoons apple cider vinegar
¼ teaspoon garlic powder
¼ teaspoon ground paprika
⅛ teaspoon salt
1 pinch ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Add creamy dressing, honey, maple mustard, vinegar, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper to a measuring cup; mix until fully combined.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 96.7 calories, Carbohydrate 11.8 g, Cholesterol 6.7 mg, Fat 5.6 g, Fiber 0.3 g, Protein 0.3 g, SaturatedFat 0.7 g, Sodium 274.1 mg, Sugar 11.4 g

HONEY BARBECUE SAUCE



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This honey BBQ sauce recipe is one that my whole family enjoys, especially my father. It's a quick and easy recipe that can be made ahead and refrigerated or used immediately. -Karene Donnay, Glencoe, Minnesota

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 15m

Yield 1-1/3 cups.

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 can (8 ounces) tomato sauce
2 tablespoons brown sugar
2 tablespoons honey
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 tablespoon molasses
1-1/2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
1-1/2 teaspoons prepared mustard
1 garlic clove, minced
1/4 teaspoon dried oregano
1/4 teaspoon chili powder
1/8 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • In a small saucepan, combine all ingredients. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer uncovered until thickened slightly, 3-5 minutes. Cool. Serve with chicken or pork. , Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator up to 1 month.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 37 calories, Fat 0 fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 124mg sodium, Carbohydrate 9g carbohydrate (8g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 0 protein.

HONEY BBQ SAUCE



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Honey BBQ sauce that tastes very close to the BBW sauce. Tastes great on chicken, beef, pork, or anything else.

Provided by ews3942

Categories     Side Dish     Sauces and Condiments Recipes     Sauce Recipes     BBQ Sauce Recipes

Time 30m

Yield 16

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 cup ketchup
½ cup honey
¼ cup white vinegar
¼ cup molasses
1 teaspoon liquid smoke flavoring
½ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon ground black pepper
¼ teaspoon paprika
¼ teaspoon chili powder
¼ teaspoon onion powder
¼ teaspoon garlic powder
¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper

Steps:

  • Stir ketchup, honey, vinegar, and molasses together in a saucepan over medium heat until smooth; add liquid smoke, salt, black pepper, paprika, chili powder, onion powder, garlic powder, and cayenne pepper. Stir the seasonings into the ketchup mixture, reduce heat to low, and simmer until thickened, about 20 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 64.9 calories, Carbohydrate 16.5 g, Fat 0.4 g, Fiber 0.1 g, Protein 0.3 g, SaturatedFat 0.1 g, Sodium 242.6 mg, Sugar 15 g

Tips:

  • For a thicker sauce, reduce it over low heat for a few minutes until it reaches your desired consistency.
  • Store the sauce in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.
  • You can also freeze the sauce for up to 6 months. To use, thaw overnight in the refrigerator or at room temperature for several hours.
  • If you don't have any maple syrup, you can substitute an equal amount of brown sugar.
  • Feel free to experiment with different spices to create your own unique BBQ sauce flavor.
  • This sauce is also great on chicken, fish, and tofu.

Conclusion:

This honey maple BBQ sauce is the perfect balance of sweet, tangy, and smoky. It's easy to make and can be used on a variety of dishes. Whether you're grilling, roasting, or baking, this sauce will add a delicious flavor to your food. So next time you're looking for a new BBQ sauce, give this recipe a try. You won't be disappointed!

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