Hooter's Hot Wing Sauce Recipe

Fire up your taste buds with this copycat recipe inspired by the famous Hooter's hot wing sauce! While we can't guarantee it's an exact match (we've never been to a Hooter's!), this recipe delivers a delicious, tangy, and spicy kick that's perfect for your homemade hot wings. Whether you prefer them deep-fried, breaded, or plain, this sauce will elevate your wing game to the next level. Get ready for finger-licking good results!

Prep Time 5 mins
Cook Time 5 mins
Calories 445.4 kcal
Protein 2g
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Adapted from Food.com, then tested & standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Hooter's Hot Wing Sauce

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How to Make Hooter's Hot Wing Sauce

  1. In a medium saucepan, combine butter, hot sauce, honey, and brown sugar.
  2. Bring the mixture to a simmer over medium heat, stirring frequently.
  3. Reduce heat to low and let it simmer for 3-5 minutes, or until the sauce has slightly thickened.
  4. Remove from heat and stir in the garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, and cayenne pepper.
  5. Taste and adjust seasonings as needed. Add more hot sauce for extra heat, or honey for more sweetness.
  6. Serve immediately over your favorite hot wings. Enjoy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

38 g

Sugar

31g

Fat

145g

Carbs

2g

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Hooter's Hot Wing Sauce?

Hooter's Hot Wing Sauce takes about 10 minutes from start to finish — roughly 5 minutes to prepare and 5 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Hooter's Hot Wing Sauce?

Hooter's Hot Wing Sauce has approximately 445.4 calories per serving, with about 2 g protein, 2 g carbohydrates and 71 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Hooter's Hot Wing Sauce?

The key ingredients for Hooter's Hot Wing Sauce are Butter, Tabasco Sauce, Light Brown Sugar, Paprika, Salt, Balsamic Vinegar. See the full list with measurements above.

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