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buffalo wild wings mild sauce recipe

Buffalo Wild Wings Mild Sauce Recipe

This is the only mild wing sauce I’ve made that actually tastes like the one from BWW—it’s tangy, buttery, and balanced just right!
Start with Frank’s RedHot and add butter, but the key is blending in a touch of garlic powder and paprika for warmth.
The vinegar is what sets Buffalo Wild Wings' version apart, so don’t skip it or sub in lemon juice.
I like how this mild sauce holds up without being too spicy—it makes wings enjoyable for people who can’t do heat.
To get that signature gloss, I finish it with a little cornstarch slurry, whisked in and simmered until smooth.
Toss wings in the sauce while they’re still hot—the heat helps the sauce stick instead of sliding off!
Prep Time5 minutes
Cook Time10 minutes
Total Time15 minutes
Course: Sauce
Servings: 4

Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup Frank’s RedHot Sauce
  • 1/2 cup Unsalted Butter
  • 1 tbsp Distilled White Vinegar
  • 1/2 tsp Worcestershire Sauce
  • 1 tsp Garlic Powder
  • 1/2 tsp Paprika
  • 1/4 tsp Cayenne Pepper
  • 1/4 tsp Salt
  • 1 tsp Sugar

Instructions

  • Dump Frank’s RedHot Sauce, butter, vinegar, Worcestershire, garlic powder, paprika, cayenne, salt, and sugar into a small saucepan.
  • Set the pan over medium heat and whisk until the butter melts and the sauce looks smooth.
  • Let it come to a gentle simmer, stirring now and then. Give it about 5 minutes so the flavors meld together.
  • Taste and tweak the cayenne or sugar if you want it milder or a little sweeter. No shame in adjusting to your own preference.
  • Take the pan off the heat and let the sauce cool for a few minutes. It’ll thicken up a bit as it sits.
  • Pour the sauce over hot wings or stash it in a sealed container in the fridge for up to a week.