• Skip to primary navigation
  • Skip to main content
  • Skip to primary sidebar
Food Lovin Family
  • Home
  • About Me
  • Recipes
  • Cooking Tips
  • Appetizers
  • Breakfast
  • Drinks
  • Dinner
  • Lunch
  • Sweets
menu icon
go to homepage
  • Home
  • About Me
  • Recipes
  • Cooking Tips
  • search icon
    Homepage link
    • Home
    • About Me
    • Recipes
    • Cooking Tips
  • ×

    Home » Dinner

    Buffalo Sauce Recipe

    Published: Jul 30, 2020 · Modified: Jul 15, 2021 by heather · This post may contain affiliate links

    • Facebook
    Jump to Recipe

    This easy, homemade buffalo sauce recipe is perfect for wings, chicken, vegetables and more. Smooth, buttery hot sauce with a kick. 

    We love pouring this sauce over air fryer chicken legs, air fryer chicken thighs and simple chicken breasts. It’s also perfect to use for buffalo chicken pasta and buffalo chicken wraps. 

    buffalo sauce in a jar with chicken in the background

    I like making sauces at home, like this taco sauce, because it’s easy to control the ingredients. Our whole family loves buffalo sauce but the kids prefer a more mild sauce and we like it hot. 

    Making it at home makes it easier to add or take away spices so I make a mild version for them and hot for us. Win win!

    Why you will love this homemade sauce

    • So much better than store bought. This Buffalo sauce recipe is seriously good stuff!
    • You can adjust the spiciness level.
    • Great for game day food, party appetizers, and dinner. 

    Why do they call it buffalo sauce?

    No, it’s not named for the large, hairy animal, it’s actually named for Buffalo, New York were it was created.   

    There is a difference between hot sauce and Buffalo sauce. Hot sauce usually is made of peppers, vinegar and spices. Buffalo sauce is all of these things plus melted butter. This make it rich, smooth and so delicious.

    Many store bought versions actually use oil instead of butter. That’s another reason this homemade version is so good. I’ll say it again, butter makes everything better. 

    What is it made of?

    Hot sauce – You can find several different varieties at the store, we like Frank’s Red Hot. 

    Butter – Unsalted works the best so you can control the taste. 

    Worcestershire sauce – Adds a balance that ties the other ingredients together. 

    Vinegar – White vinegar adds a nice little tang to the sauce. 

    Optional Cayenne pepper – This adds some extra heat for those that like it really spicy. 

    How to make Buffalo sauce from scratch

    Scroll to the bottom for full, printable instructions, ingredients and video.

    1. Melt butter in saucepan over medium low heat.
    2. Whisk in hot sauce, Worcestershire sauce and vinegar. 
    3. Turn off heat and let sauce cool. 

    Hot sauce, butter, vinegar, Worcestershire sauce in a saucepan

    Can you make it in advance?

    Yes, feel free to make this before you need to use. The sauce will last in the refrigerator for up to two weeks. 

    How to store

    Store: This will keep in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to two weeks. You might need to reheat on low in a saucepan or about 10 seconds in the microwave. 

    Freeze: I would recommend not freezing this sauce. The butter breaks down and I have found it doesn’t come back together very well once thawed. 

    Recipe tips

    • Heat the butter on medium low or even low heat to make sure it doesn’t brown or burn. 
    • Frank’s Red hot sauce works really well for this recipe. I would recommend not using Tabasco because it tends to be very spicy. If you like spicy, you could add a few splashes of Tabasco to the mixture instead of Cayenne.  
    • To add heat and spice, add more Cayenne pepper. 
    • For a larger batch, double the recipe ingredients. 
    • Try using this sauce to make buffalo ranch dip. 

    Spoon with buffalo sauce with chicken

    Ways to use Buffalo Sauce

    • Buffalo chicken wings
    • Dip for fish sticks
    • Marinade for baked chicken
    • Chicken tenders
    • Mix with ranch dressing for a delicious dip
    • Pulled pork or pork chops
    • Chicken croquettes
    • Roasted cauliflower

    More delicious homemade sauces

    • Tartar sauce – Creamy sauce that’s perfect for seafood and chicken. 
    • Copycat Chick-Fil-A sauce – Tastes just like the restaurant. Use for chicken sandwiches, nuggets and more. 
    • Cocktail sauce – Easy cocktail sauce, you will never buy store sauce again. 
    • Teriyaki sauce – Use for stir fry, teriyaki chicken and more. 
    • Green pasta sauce – Beautiful and easy pasta sauce that is full of nutrients and flavor. 

    *** If you made this recipe, feel free to leave a comment and star rating below. 

    Jar with red sauce.
    Print Recipe Pin Recipe Rate Recipe
    5 from 6 votes

    Buffalo Sauce

    Easy homemade buffalo sauce.
    Prep Time5 mins
    Cook Time5 mins
    Total Time10 mins
    Course: Appetizer, Side Dish
    Cuisine: American
    Keyword: sauce
    Servings: 6
    Calories: 141kcal
    Author: Heather

    Ingredients

    • 1 cup hot sauce
    • 1/2 cup butter
    • 1 tablespoon white vinegar
    • 1/4 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce

    Optional for extra heat

    • 1/8 teaspoon Cayenne pepper

    Instructions

    • Melt butter in a saucepan on medium low heat. Mix in hot sauce, vinegar and Worcestershire sauce until combined.
    • Remove from heat. Let cool and serve. Add 1/8 - 1/4 teaspoon Cayenne pepper for extra spice.

    Video

    Nutrition

    Calories: 141kcal | Carbohydrates: 1g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 15g | Saturated Fat: 10g | Cholesterol: 41mg | Sodium: 1195mg | Potassium: 58mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 555IU | Vitamin C: 30mg | Calcium: 8mg | Iron: 1mg
    Tried this recipe?Follow me @foodlovinfamily or tag #foodlovinfamily!

     

    More Dinner Recipes

    • Bowl of mashed rutabaga, diced rutabaga, and rutabaga soup.
      24 Delicious Rutabaga Recipes
    • Bowl full of diced, roasted rutabaga.
      Roasted Rutabaga
    • Bowl with mashed rutabaga.
      Mashed Rutabaga
    • Purple slaw, potato salad, pea salad, and beans.
      Brisket Sides
    • Facebook

    Reader Interactions

    Comments

    1. Ana

      August 01, 2020 at 1:16 pm

      5 stars
      Buffalo sauce recipe looks incredibly delicious! Thanks for sharing it with us!

      Reply
    2. Mama Maggie's Kitchen

      August 01, 2020 at 9:18 am

      5 stars
      This Buffalo Sauce Recipe looks really yummy! My husband will definitely love this.

      Reply
    3. Beth

      July 31, 2020 at 11:51 pm

      5 stars
      I have all the ingredients to make some Buffalo hot sauce this weekend, I’m going to try this version!

      Reply
    4. Tammy

      July 31, 2020 at 11:43 pm

      5 stars
      I love making my own sauces too. Mr. G would love this.

      Reply
    5. Ruth I

      July 31, 2020 at 9:44 pm

      5 stars
      This looks easy to make! We love buffalo sauce and always order it when possible. I can’t wait to try it.

      Reply
    6. Catalina

      July 31, 2020 at 11:42 am

      This sauce is fabulous! So great to make it at home now with your recipe!

      Reply
    7. GiGi Eats

      July 31, 2020 at 12:04 am

      This could be used for SOOOO many things to JAZZ them up and I love it!!

      Reply
    8. Sarah Bailey

      July 30, 2020 at 10:38 pm

      OK now this sounds like some delicious sauce! I have to admit I don’t think I’ve tried buffalo sauce before.

      Reply
    9. Ben

      July 30, 2020 at 7:10 pm

      5 stars
      Aww yeah. I love Buffalo sauce. I put it on everything. I can’t wait to make this!

      Reply

    Leave a Reply Cancel reply

    Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *

    Recipe Rating




    Primary Sidebar

    Hello and thank you for visiting Food Lovin’ Family! With 3 kids I know it can be hard getting food on the table. Here you will find easy and delicious recipes that the whole family will enjoy.

    More about me →

    Favorite Recipes

    • Bacon wrapped water chestnuts, pinwheel, wontons, crab cakes.
      36 Best Hors D’Oeuvres Recipes
    • Bowl of salmon dip with sliced cucumbers, radish, and crackers.
      Canned Salmon Dip
    • Cheese fondue with bread, chocolate strawberry fondue, steak fondue.
      25 Best Fondue Recipes
    • Candy, popcorn, chicken nuggets, and soft pretzel.
      28 Best Movie Snacks
    • Loaded cheese fries.
      21 Best Loaded Fries Recipes
    • Hand holding chip with cheese dip.
      Chili Cheese Dip

    Sweets

    31 Best Ricotta Desserts

    Slice of cheesecake, cannoli, zeppoli, and ricotta cake.

    Strawberry Milkshake

    Glass with strawberry milkshake and whipped cream.

    31 Best Blueberry Desserts

    Slice of blueberry pie, blueberry ice cream, and piece of blueberry buckle.

    27 Best Brownie Mix Recipes

    Chocolate cookies, brownie sundae, and brownies.

    More Love →

    Drinks

    25 Delicious Breakfast Drinks

    Smoothie, hot chocolate, frappuccino, and mimosa.

    25 Delicious Apple Cider Cocktails

    Glass filled with ice and apple juice.

    25 Spooky Halloween Cocktails

    Orange martini, bloody mary, and green martini.

    30 Festive Christmas Cocktails

    Copper much with cranberries, blue drink, green drink, and a milky drink.

    More Love →

    Lunch

    Canned Salmon Salad

    Salmon salad on a lettuce leaf and wheat bread.

    24 Best Poke Bowls

    Tuna poke bowl, shrimp poke bowl, and tofu poke bowl.

    30 Best Fall Soup Recipes

    Four bowls of soup.

    30 Tortilla Wrap Recipes

    Chicken tortilla wrap, hap and cheese wrap, and chicken wrap.

    More Love →

    Breakfast

    Strawberry Muffins

    25 Delicious Breakfast Drinks

    Smoothie, hot chocolate, frappuccino, and mimosa.

    McDonald’s Breakfast Sauce Recipe

    Bowl of yellow sauce and a spoon.

    27 Best Bisquick Recipes

    Breakfast casserole, chicken tenders, pizza, and piece of quiche on plate.

    More Love →

    Appetizers

    24 Delicious Rutabaga Recipes

    Bowl of mashed rutabaga, diced rutabaga, and rutabaga soup.

    36 Best Hors D’Oeuvres Recipes

    Bacon wrapped water chestnuts, pinwheel, wontons, crab cakes.

    Canned Salmon Dip

    Bowl of salmon dip with sliced cucumbers, radish, and crackers.

    25 Best Fondue Recipes

    Cheese fondue with bread, chocolate strawberry fondue, steak fondue.

    More Love →

    Dinner

    24 Delicious Rutabaga Recipes

    Bowl of mashed rutabaga, diced rutabaga, and rutabaga soup.

    Roasted Rutabaga

    Bowl full of diced, roasted rutabaga.

    Mashed Rutabaga

    Bowl with mashed rutabaga.

    Brisket Sides

    Purple slaw, potato salad, pea salad, and beans.

    More Love →

    Footer

    Collage of logos.

    Copyright © 2022 foodlovinfamily.com. All rights reserved. PRIVACY POLICY.