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Campfire Sauce Recipe

Campfire Sauce

This easy Campfire Sauce is a creamy, smoky, kid-friendly dipping sauce made from mayo, BBQ sauce, and simple pantry spices. Perfect for burgers, fries, onion rings, and backyard barbecues.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Chill Time 30 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Course Condiment, Sauce
Cuisine American
Servings 10 servings
Calories 120 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise full-fat for best texture
  • 1/2 cup BBQ sauce smoky, slightly sweet
  • 1 tablespoon ketchup
  • 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 1/4-1/2 teaspoon chili powder use more for extra heat
  • 1-2 teaspoons pickle juice or apple cider vinegar optional, to taste, for brightness
  • 1-2 teaspoons brown sugar or honey optional, if needed for sweetness

Instructions
 

  • In a medium mixing bowl, add the mayonnaise and BBQ sauce. Whisk until the color is even and the mixture is completely smooth and creamy.
  • Stir in the ketchup, Worcestershire sauce, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, black pepper, and chili powder. Whisk well, making sure no pockets of spices remain along the sides of the bowl.
  • Taste the sauce. If it tastes too heavy or rich, whisk in 1 teaspoon of pickle juice or apple cider vinegar. If your BBQ sauce is very tangy and you prefer a bit more sweetness, add 1 teaspoon of brown sugar or honey and whisk until dissolved. Adjust to taste.
  • If you like a spicier sauce, add a pinch more chili powder or a dash of hot sauce, to taste. Remember the flavors will intensify slightly as the sauce chills.
  • Transfer the campfire sauce to a glass jar or airtight container. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, and up to 24 hours, to let the flavors meld and the sauce thicken slightly.
  • Stir the sauce before serving. Spoon into small bowls or ramekins and serve as a dipping sauce for fries, onion rings, chicken tenders, or as a spread for burgers and sandwiches.

Notes

Yield: about 1 1/4 cups sauce (10–12 servings as a dip). Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 7 days. Do not freeze, as the mayo base can separate. For serving, let the sauce sit at room temperature for 10–15 minutes so it’s not ice-cold. If it thickens too much in the fridge, whisk in a teaspoon of water, pickle juice, or milk to loosen it slightly.

Nutrition

Calories: 120kcal
Keyword BBQ Dipping Sauce, Burger Sauce, Campfire Sauce, French Fry Dip, Red Robin Copycat, Smoky Mayo Sauce
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