Start by gathering your ingredients. It’s always good practice to have everything in one place before starting. Familiarize yourself with each item because in the kitchen, organization is half the battle won.

In a medium saucepan, place your softened unsalted butter over low heat. Stir it gently while it melts. You want it just melted, not bubbling. It should swirl like liquid gold—a tantalizing start to our sauce!

Once your butter has melted, pour in 1 1/3 cups of Frank’s RedHot sauce. The moment the two meet, you’ll catch a whiff of the delicious warmth coming to life. Stir well to combine.

Now, it’s time to add the flavors that will define this sauce. Sprinkle in the smoked paprika, cayenne pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder. These spices create a multi-dimensional flavor that’s anything but basic. Stir constantly until everything melds together harmoniously.

Introduce 3 tablespoons of distilled white vinegar and 1/2 teaspoon of Worcestershire sauce to the mix. This adds a tangy twist that offsets the heat beautifully. Keep stirring—it’s becoming quite the concoction!

Let’s seamlessly blend sweetness into the spicy beast we’re crafting. Add 1 tablespoon of honey. It sounds simple, but this tiny spoonful transforms the sauce’s profile incredibly. It rounds out the heat while creating a flavor that dances on your palate.

Don’t forget to salt to your preference. Taste as you go! This ensures you tailor the sauce to your liking. Everyone’s palate is different, and that’s part of the fun of cooking.

Remove your saucepan from heat and let the sauce cool for a few moments. It thickens nicely as it cools, perfect for dipping or drizzling.