Wingstop Hot Honey Rub Recipe

The Wingstop Hot Honey Rub Recipe is a mix of sweet and spicy. It makes your wings taste bold, sticky, and full of flavor.

This recipe is easy to make at home. You get the same Wingstop taste without leaving your house. The honey adds sweetness, and the spices give it heat.

It’s great for people who love sweet and spicy wings. Your family and friends will love it too. Let’s see how to make it easily.

Why You’ll Love This Wingstop Hot Honey Rub

You’ll love this recipe because it tastes like restaurant wings. The flavor is rich, sweet and spicy. The honey gives the wings a shiny glaze. It’s perfect for parties, game nights or dinner.

The best part is—it’s very easy. You don’t need special tools or steps. Just simple things and a few minutes. Once you try it, you’ll make it again for sure.

Recipe Info

• Recipe Name: Wingstop Hot Honey Rub
• Servings: 4
• Prep Time: 10 mins
• Cook Time: 25 mins
• Total Time: 35 mins
• Course: Appetizer / Main
• Cuisine: American
• Calories: 320 kcal per serving

Equipment Need

• Large mixing bowl
• Baking tray or air fryer
• Small saucepan
• Mixing spoon
• Measuring spoons
• Wire rack (optional)

Ingredients For Wingstop Hot Honey Rub Recipe

• 2 pounds chicken wings
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 tablespoon garlic powder
• 1 tablespoon smoked paprika
• 1 teaspoon chili powder
• 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
• 1 teaspoon onion powder
• ½ teaspoon salt
• ½ teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons honey
• 1 tablespoon hot sauce

Step By Step Guide

Step 1: Prepare the Wings
Wash and dry the wings well. Dry wings help the rub stick better. Cut them into small pieces if needed.

Step 2: Make the Dry Rub
In a bowl, mix garlic powder, paprika, chili powder, cayenne, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Mix well. This mix gives that spicy, smoky taste.

Step 3: Coat the Wings
Put wings in a bowl. Add olive oil and mix well. Then add the spice mix and toss until all wings are coated.

Step 4: Cook the Wings
You can bake, air fry, or fry them.

• To bake: Put wings on a tray. Bake at 400°F (200°C) for 25–30 mins.
• To air fry: Cook at 375°F (190°C) for 20–25 mins, shake halfway.
• To fry: Fry in oil at 350°F (175°C) for 10–12 mins.

Step 5: Make the Hot Honey Sauce
In a small pan, warm honey and hot sauce on low heat. Stir until smooth. Don’t boil it.

Step 6: Toss the Wings
Put the cooked wings in a bowl. Pour the warm honey sauce over them. Mix until all wings are coated.

Step 7: Serve and Enjoy
Your tasty wings are ready! They are sweet, spicy and shiny—just like Wingstop.

Tips for Best Wings

• Dry wings before cooking for extra crispiness.
• Add more or less cayenne for spice control.
• Warm honey a bit for better mixing.
• Add butter for richer flavor.
• Toss wings in sauce before serving to keep them crisp.

Serving Ideas

Serve hot with fries, celery or ranch dip. You can also serve them with coleslaw or rice. These wings are perfect for game nights or family meals.

How to Store and Reheat

• Keep leftover wings in a sealed box in the fridge for up to 3 days.
• To reheat, warm in the oven at 350°F (175°C) for 10 minutes.
• You can also air fry for 5 minutes to make them crispy again.
• Avoid the microwave—it makes them soft.

Nutrition per Serving

Health Benefits

Chicken wings have good protein for strong muscles. Spices like paprika and chili have antioxidants. Honey is naturally sweet and good for your body. If you bake or air fry, it’s lower in fat than fried wings.

Wingstop Hot Honey Rub Recipe

Emily Grace

The Wingstop Hot Honey Rub Recipe is a mix of sweet and spicy. It makes your wings taste bold, sticky, and full of flavor.

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Prep Time 10 minutes mins

Cook Time 25 minutes mins

Total Time 35 minutes mins

Course Appetizer, Seasoning

Cuisine American

Servings 4

Calories 320 kcal

Ingredients

  

• 2 pounds chicken wings
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 tablespoon garlic powder
• 1 tablespoon smoked paprika
• 1 teaspoon chili powder
• 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
• 1 teaspoon onion powder
• ½ teaspoon salt
• ½ teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons honey
• 1 tablespoon hot sauce

Instructions

 

Step 1: Prepare the Wings

• Wash and dry the wings well. Dry wings help the rub stick better. Cut them into small pieces if needed.

Step 2: Make the Dry Rub

• In a bowl, mix garlic powder, paprika, chili powder, cayenne, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Mix well. This mix gives that spicy, smoky taste.

Step 3: Coat the Wings

• Put wings in a bowl. Add olive oil and mix well. Then add the spice mix and toss until all wings are coated.

Step 4: Cook the Wings

• You can bake, air fry, or fry them.
• To bake: Put wings on a tray. Bake at 400°F (200°C) for 25–30 mins.
• To air fry: Cook at 375°F (190°C) for 20–25 mins, shake halfway.
• To fry: Fry in oil at 350°F (175°C) for 10–12 mins.

Step 5: Make the Hot Honey Sauce

• In a small pan, warm honey and hot sauce on low heat. Stir until smooth. Don’t boil it.

Step 6: Toss the Wings

• Put the cooked wings in a bowl. Pour the warm honey sauce over them. Mix until all wings are coated.

Step 7: Serve and Enjoy

• Your tasty wings are ready! They are sweet, spicy, and shiny—just like Wingstop.

Notes

• Dry wings before cooking for extra crispiness.
• Add more or less cayenne for spice control.
• Warm honey a bit for better mixing.
• Add butter for richer flavor.
• Toss wings in sauce before serving to keep them crisp.

Keyword Wingstop Hot Honey Rub Recipe

FAQs About Wingstop Hot Honey Rub Recipe

1. What is Wingstop Hot Honey Rub?
It’s a sweet and spicy rub with honey and spices.

2. How do I make it?
Mix dry spices, cook the wings, and toss with honey sauce.

3. Can I use it on other meats?
Yes, try it on chicken tenders, shrimp, or ribs.

4. Is it very spicy?
It’s medium spicy. Add more cayenne if you want extra heat.

5. Can I store the rub?
Yes, keep it in a jar for up to 3 months.

Final Thoughts!

The Wingstop Hot Honey Rub Recipe is sweet, spicy, and simple. You can make it fast with easy ingredients. The flavor is bold and the wings turn out shiny and sticky.

Whether you bake, fry, or air fry, they taste great. This recipe will impress your family and friends. Try it today and enjoy tasty, restaurant-style wings at home!

Emily Grace

Hi, I’m Emily Grace! I love cooking simple, tasty food that brings people together. On Bite Dive, I share easy recipes, fun food tips, and ideas to make every meal special. My kitchen is my happy place, and I’m so excited to share it with you!