Classic Buffalo Sauce

Classic Buffalo Sauce

Tangy, buttery hot sauce whisked together in minutes for wings, dips, and more.

Total 13 min Makes 16 oz Calories 90/serving

Dietary

Pescatarian, Keto, Wheat free, Nut free, Halal, Kosher

Allergens

Dairy

This classic buffalo sauce combines cayenne pepper hot sauce with melted butter for a glossy, tangy finish that clings to wings or drizzles over pizza. A splash of vinegar and garlic rounds out the flavor, while a touch of cornstarch keeps it silky and clingy. It comes together on the stovetop in about ten minutes, making it a quick staple for game-day snacks or weeknight dinners.

Ingredients

  • 1 cup cayenne pepper hot sauce (such as Frank's RedHot)
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter
  • 1 tablespoon white vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt

Method

  1. Cut the butter into cubes to help it melt evenly.

  2. In a 2-quart saucepan over medium-low heat, combine the hot sauce, butter, vinegar, and Worcestershire sauce.

  3. Whisk gently and heat until the butter melts completely and the mixture is smooth, about 4 minutes.

  4. Whisk in the garlic powder, cayenne pepper, and salt until fully incorporated.

  5. Simmer gently, whisking occasionally, until the sauce thickens slightly and coats the back of a spoon, about 4 minutes.

  6. Remove from heat and let cool for 5 minutes before tossing with wings or transferring to a jar for storage.

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Classic Buffalo Sauce

This classic buffalo sauce combines cayenne pepper hot sauce with melted butter for a glossy, tangy finish that clings to wings or drizzles over pizza. A splash of vinegar and garlic rounds out the flavor, while a touch of cornstarch keeps it silky and clingy. It comes together on the stovetop in about ten minutes, making it a quick staple for game-day snacks or weeknight dinners.

13 min 16 oz 90 cal

Ingredients

  • 1 cup cayenne pepper hot sauce (such as Frank's RedHot)
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter
  • 1 tablespoon white vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt

Method

  1. 1

    Cut the butter into cubes to help it melt evenly.

  2. 2

    In a 2-quart saucepan over medium-low heat, combine the hot sauce, butter, vinegar, and Worcestershire sauce.

  3. 3

    Whisk gently and heat until the butter melts completely and the mixture is smooth, about 4 minutes.

  4. 4

    Whisk in the garlic powder, cayenne pepper, and salt until fully incorporated.

  5. 5

    Simmer gently, whisking occasionally, until the sauce thickens slightly and coats the back of a spoon, about 4 minutes.

  6. 6

    Remove from heat and let cool for 5 minutes before tossing with wings or transferring to a jar for storage.