If you’ve ever wanted to make your own buffalo sauce from scratch, now is your chance! This recipe will take any buffalo recipe to the next level, it’s surprisingly easy. Whether you’re planning for game day or just craving that signature spicy, buttery flavor, this homemade buffalo sauce is the perfect companion to our classic Buffalo Chicken Dip.
What is Buffalo Sauce Made Of?
Buffalo sauce is a tangy, spicy, and buttery hot sauce blend typically made from a base of hot sauce (like Frank’s RedHot), butter, vinegar, Worcestershire sauce, and a few seasonings like garlic powder and cayenne. This combination creates the iconic bold flavor we all love. The butter mellows the heat just enough while keeping that signature kick front and center.
How to Adjust the Spice Level
One of the best parts about making buffalo sauce from scratch is customizing the heat. Want it spicier? Add more cayenne pepper or a dash of hot sauce. Prefer a milder dip or wing sauce? Reduce the cayenne or use a milder hot sauce as the base. A little honey or brown sugar can also balance out the heat if you prefer a touch of sweetness.
Best Ways to Use Buffalo Sauce
Buffalo sauce isn’t just for wings! Here are some delicious ways to enjoy it:
- Buffalo Chicken Dip, of course!
- Drizzled on buffalo chicken salad.
- Tossed with roasted cauliflower for a vegetarian twist.
- As a dip and sauce for buffalo chicken egg rolls.
- Stirred into macaroni and cheese for a spicy upgrade.
- As a pizza sauce base with shredded chicken and blue cheese crumbles, make sure to use our easy pizza dough!
How to Store and Reheat
Once cooled, store in an airtight container or glass jar in the refrigerator for up to 1 week. To reheat, simply warm it gently on the stovetop over low heat, whisking occasionally until smooth and glossy again. Avoid microwaving in plastic to maintain the best texture and flavor.
Buffalo Sauce
Ingredients
- ⅔ cup hot sauce, such as Frank’s RedHot Original
- ½ cup 113 grams cold unsalted butter, cut into cubes
- 1½ tablespoons white vinegar
- ¼ teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
- ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper
- â…› teaspoon garlic powder
- â…› teaspoon kosher salt
Instructions
- In a small saucepan over medium heat, combine the hot sauce, butter, white vinegar, Worcestershire sauce, cayenne pepper, garlic powder, and kosher salt.
- Whisk continuously until the butter is fully melted and the sauce begins to simmer, with small bubbles forming around the edges of the pan.
- Once the sauce reaches a simmer, remove from heat.
- Serve warm, or let cool slightly before using as a wing sauce or dipping sauce.
This recipe was inspired by iambaker.net’s Buffalo Sauce.
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