If you have been a regular customer at Sonic, I bet you remember their delicious signature sauce. Although the restaurant chain no longer serves it everywhere, you can relive your love for your favorite sauce with this amazing Sonic signature sauce recipe!
Sonic launched its signature sauce in 2018. Soon after its launch, most people realized that the sauce tasted excellent with just about everything the chain offered!
From mozzarella sticks to onion rings, fries, and even burgers, this Sonic signature sauce is the perfect accompaniment. As most people have described it, it has the perfect balance of sweet and savory flavors.
It’s a shame the chain doesn’t offer the same at all its outlets. But, as I mentioned, you don’t need to worry about getting the sauce from Sonic anymore, as I will tell you how you can very easily make it at home!
Equipments Required
- Measuring Spoons: It is best to be precise with the measurements with any sauce, especially to get a flavor as close to the original as possible. Hence, I highly recommend using a set of measuring spoons for this recipe.
- Bowl: Choose a medium or large bowl that can easily accommodate all the ingredients to make this sauce.
- Whisk: A whisk is best for uniformly mixing the sauce ingredients. If you don’t have a whisk, you can also use a large spoon.
Sonic Signature Sauce Ingredients & Substitutions
Note: This recipe makes about ¾ cups of sauce, which, on average, is enough for eight servings. If you want to make more or less, you must adjust the quantities accordingly.
- 2 Tablespoons Mayonnaise: There is nothing better than using fresh, homemade mayonnaise for this recipe, as it will have a richer and creamier flavor. But you can also go for store-bought mayonnaise if you can’t make a homemade version.
- 2 Tablespoons Honey: All the rich, sweet flavor comes from here!
- 2 Tablespoons BBQ Sauce: Go with the company and flavor of BBQ sauce that you like best.
- 1 Tablespoon Dijon Mustard: If you don’t have Dijon mustard, try using whole grain mustard, as yellow mustard does not have the same sharp flavor that we want for this recipe.
- 1 Tablespoon Yellow Mustard: This is to add a subtle spicy flavor.
- 1 Tablespoon Apple Cider Vinegar: If you don’t have apple cider vinegar, you can use balsamic vinegar or red wine vinegar, which have a similar sharp flavor.
- Lemon Juice: Use about two teaspoons of lemon juice, which can be freshly squeezed or even bottled, as long as it does not contain sugar.
- ½ Teaspoon Salt
- ½ Teaspoon Black Pepper
Preparation & Cooking Time
| Preparation Time | Cooking Time | Total Time |
|---|---|---|
| 5 Minutes | – | 5 Minutes |
How To Make Sonic Signature Sauce At Home
Step 1
Add mayonnaise to your medium-sized bowl, along with Dijon mustard, and yellow mustard.
Step 2
Follow that by adding the measured amount of honey and apple cider vinegar.
Step 3
Now, you can top the sauce off with your favorite BBQ sauce and salt and pepper.
Step 4
Mix the sauce generously with a whisk, ensuring everything is incorporated well in the mayonnaise.
Step 5
Finally, finish the sauce by squeezing in some lemon juice, now ready to devour!
Sonic Signature Sauce Recipe Video
Expert Tips That I Recommend
- If you can, use fresh, homemade mayonnaise, as it is much creamier and does not have that lingering flavor of preservatives.
- You can add some lemon zest to the sauce for an extra zingy flavor.
- Add some smoked paprika or a few drops of liquid smoke to give the sauce a smoky flavor.
- To use the sauce further for other preparations, like marinades, you can thin it out by adding some olive oil to it.
FAQs About Sonic Signature Sauce
Nutritional Information Per Serving
| Calories | 100 kcal |
| Carbohydrates | 10 g |
| Protein | 0 g |
| Fat | 6 g |
| Saturated Fat | 1 g |
| Trans Fat | 0 g |
| Cholesterol | 5 mg |
| Sodium | 280 mg |
| Fiber | 0 g |
| Sugar | 8 g |
Sonic signature sauce is also not compatible with many diets. People on a vegan, keto, or egg-free diet will not be able to enjoy it. However, it is perfect for people with tree nut allergies, lactose intolerance, or gluten intolerance.
Recipe Variations For Different Diets
- Vegan Diet: For vegans, the only issues that they may face with this recipe are honey and mayonnaise. So, you can easily swap that with an eggless mayonnaise. However, if that does not seem good enough, they can also use vegan mayonnaise, often made with avocado, chickpeas, or soy. Instead of honey, maple syrup will work perfectly fine.
- Vegetarian Diet: Vegetarians will face an issue similar to vegans with the mayonnaise. So, the best substitute option is eggless mayonnaise, which is readily available in the market.
- Egg-Free Diet: Those with egg allergies must switch regular mayonnaise with egg-free mayonnaise.
- Low-Calorie Diet: An easy way to make this sauce healthier is by skipping the mayonnaise, which often has too much fat. Instead of mayonnaise, you can use Greek yogurt for the sauce base.
Storing This Recipe
- Storing The Sauce In The Refrigerator: The best way to preserve this sauce’s flavor and texture is in the refrigerator. To do so, transfer the sauce to an airtight container or a ziplock bag. Then, please place it in the fridge, which should be okay for over a week.
- Storing The Sauce In The Freezer: Yes, you can freeze this sauce if you want it to last longer than 2-3 months. Follow the same process as you would for the refrigerator, and transfer the sauce either to a ziplock bag or an airtight container before placing it in the freezer.
What To Serve With This Recipe
This delicious signature sauce from Sonic makes such a great dipping sauce for endless options! Some classic options that will go well with this sauce are Onion Rings, Mozzarella Sticks, Chicken Tenders, and even Boneless Chicken Bites.
You can also slather some of this sauce on your favorite cheeseburger to give it a zesty flavor, add it as a condiment to your Chicken Sandwich or Hot Dog, and, of course, this sauce is a lovely accompaniment to Fries and Potato Wedges and can also be added to a delicious Grilled Cheese Sandwich!
Printable Version
Sonic Signature Sauce Recipe
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons Mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons Honey
- 2 tablespoons BBQ Sauce
- 1 tablespoon Dijon Mustard
- 1 tablespoon Yellow Mustard
- 1 tablespoon Apple Cider Vinegar
- 2 teaspoons Lemon Juice
- 1/2 teaspoon Salt
- 1/2 teaspoon Black Pepper
Equipment
- Measuring Spoons
- Bowl
- Whisk
Instructions
- Add mayonnaise to your medium-sized bowl, along with Dijon mustard, and yellow mustard.
- Follow that by adding the measured amount of honey and apple cider vinegar.
- Now, you can top the sauce off with your favorite BBQ sauce and salt and pepper.
- Mix the sauce generously with a whisk, ensuring everything is incorporated well in the mayonnaise.
- Finally, finish the sauce by squeezing in some lemon juice, now ready to devour!
Video
Notes
- If you can, use fresh, homemade mayonnaise, as it is much creamier and does not have that lingering flavor of preservatives.Â
- You can add some lemon zest to the sauce for an extra zingy flavor.Â
- Add some smoked paprika or a few drops of liquid smoke to give the sauce a smoky flavor.
- To use the sauce further for other preparations, like marinades, you can thin it out by adding some olive oil to it.
Nutrition
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Conclusion
This sauce recipe is very adaptable, which, according to me, is the best part.
If you want to make any changes here and there or use better-quality or even homemade ingredients, you can quickly do the same! So, the next time you are looking for a great dipping sauce, do not look further than this delicious sauce!
Also, when you try this recipe, let me know in the comments how it turned out and if you made any changes to the ingredients.
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