Easy Homemade Honey Mustard (3 Simple Ingredient)

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This easy homemade honey mustard comes together in minutes with just three simple ingredients you probably already have in your kitchen. Creamy, sweet, and perfectly tangy, it’s the perfect sauce for dipping, drizzling over salads, or spreading on sandwiches.

Easy homemade honey mustard dressing in a mason jar with a wooden spoon on a cutting board with a plaid napkin

If you’ve ever flipped over a bottle of honey mustard at the store and read the ingredient list, you know it can be… a little yucky. So many of them are filled with preservatives, oils, and ingredients I don’t even keep in my kitchen.

My husband absolutely loves honey mustard — it’s his all-time favorite for dipping chicken, spreading on sandwiches, and drizzling over salads. So I started making this easy homemade honey mustard with just mayo, Dijon mustard, and honey, and honestly it’s so much fresher, creamier, and better than anything from a bottle. Now it’s one of those simple little staples I almost always keep in a jar in our fridge.

Why You’ll Love This Easy Honey Mustard

Only 3 simple ingredients – Mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, and honey- simple pantry staples.
Ready in under 2 minutes – Just whisk everything together and you have a creamy, sweet, and tangy sauce ready to use.
Better than store-bought – No strange ingredients you can’t pronounce. Just simple, real food.
Perfect for so many meals – Use this honey mustard as a dipping sauce for chicken, drizzle it over salads, spread it on sandwiches, or add it to wraps.
Easy to adjust to your taste – Add a little extra honey if you like it sweeter or a bit more Dijon for extra tang.
Great to keep in the fridge – Make a small jar and keep it on hand all week for quick meals and snacks.

Ingredients You’ll Need

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Mayonnaise: This creates the creamy base of the honey mustard.
Dijon Mustard: Adds the classic tangy bite that balances the sweetness of the honey.
Honey: Honey brings natural sweetness and helps mellow the sharpness of the mustard.

Kitchen Tools You May Need

Small mixing bowl
Whisk
Measuring cups
Small glass jar or mason jar for storage

How to Make Easy Honey Mustard

Please see the recipe card at the bottom of this post for the full recipe details.

mayo, honey, and dijon mustard added to a white bowl

1. Add the ingredients to a bowl or jar.
Measure the mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, and honey into a small mixing bowl or glass jar.

ingredients in a white bowl mixed together with a stainless steel whisk

2. Whisk until smooth.
Whisk everything together until the honey mustard is creamy, smooth, and fully combined.

3. Taste and adjust if needed.
Give it a quick taste and add a little more honey for extra sweetness or a little more Dijon mustard for more tang.

overhead view of the honey mustard in a mason jar with a wooden spoon on a cutting board with a plaid napkin

4. Serve or store.
Use right away as a dip, spread, or dressing, or store it in an airtight jar in the fridge until you’re ready to use it.

Recipe Tips

Use a good quality mayonnaise: Since mayonnaise makes up most of the sauce, using a good quality mayo will give your honey mustard the best creamy texture and flavor. I personally like making my own.

Adjust the sweetness and tang: Everyone likes their honey mustard a little different. Add an extra drizzle of honey if you prefer it sweeter or a little more Dijon mustard if you like it tangier.

Whisk well for the smoothest texture: Make sure to whisk the ingredients thoroughly so the honey fully blends into the mayonnaise and mustard.

Make it ahead: This sauce tastes even better after sitting in the fridge for a little while because the flavors have time to blend together.

Easy Honey Mustard Variations

Spicy Honey Mustard- Add a pinch of cayenne pepper or a small spoonful of whole grain mustard for a little heat.
Honey Mustard Dressing- Whisk in 1–2 tablespoons lemon juice or apple cider vinegar to thin the sauce into a creamy salad dressing.
Garlic Honey Mustard- Add ¼ teaspoon garlic powder for extra savory flavor.
Whole Grain Honey Mustard- Replace part of the Dijon mustard with whole grain mustard for texture and a slightly deeper flavor.

How to Store Homemade Honey Mustard

Store your easy homemade honey mustard in an airtight container or small glass jar in the refrigerator. It will stay fresh for up to 1 week.

Before using, give it a quick stir since the ingredients may naturally settle a little while sitting in the fridge.

Serving Suggestions

Use this easy homemade honey mustard as a simple salad dressing. It pairs perfectly with grilled chicken salads, crispy bacon salads, or a classic mixed greens salad.
Serve this creamy honey mustard as a dipping sauce for chicken tenders, chicken nuggets, or grilled chicken for an easy family favorite.
Add a layer of homemade honey mustard to turkey sandwiches, ham sandwiches, or chicken wraps for a sweet and tangy flavor boost.
Drizzle a little honey mustard over roasted potatoes, carrots, or Brussels sprouts before serving for extra flavor.
Use this sauce as a quick honey mustard marinade for chicken before baking or grilling for a sweet and tangy glaze.
This honey mustard dipping sauce is delicious served with soft pretzels, pretzel bites, carrot sticks, celery, or cucumber slices for a quick snack.

honey mustard in a mason jar with wooden spoon with a plate of sheet pan chicken sausage, potatoes and green beans in front of it with the sheet pan behind and a plaid napkin

Frequently Asked Questions

Dijon mustard works best because it has a smooth texture and balanced tangy flavor. It blends perfectly with the honey and mayonnaise.

Absolutely. Add a little extra honey for more sweetness or a bit more Dijon mustard for extra tang until it tastes just how you like it.

Yes! You can use it just as it is or to turn this into a thinner honey mustard salad dressing, simply whisk in 1–2 teaspoons of water, lemon juice, or apple cider vinegar.

Yes. If you prefer a lighter version, you can replace the mayonnaise with Greek yogurt. It will still be creamy but slightly tangier.

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Ingredients

3/4 cup mayonnaise
1/4 cup Dijon mustard
1/4 cup honey

Instructions

Place the mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, and honey into a small mixing bowl or jar.
Whisk everything together until the honey mustard is creamy and fully combined.
Add a little more honey for extra sweetness or more Dijon mustard for more tang if desired.
Use immediately or store in an airtight container in the refrigerator until ready to use.

Notes

For a thinner honey mustard dressing, whisk in 1–2 teaspoons of water, lemon juice, or apple cider vinegar.
A small pinch of salt can enhance the flavor, but it’s optional.
This honey mustard works great as a dip, spread, dressing, or marinade.

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