44 Wonderfully Spicy Recipes Full of Flavor and Heat

If you love that certain pop of flavor that only comes from a kick of spicy heat, then you're in the right place. This collection of 44 spicy recipes isn't just full of hot recipes. It's full of hot and flavorful recipes. After all, heat is great, but heat and flavor are the best! Try a wide variety of flavorful, spicy foods like blackberry jalapeno jam, sweet and spicy meatballs, jalapeno ranch mac and cheese, and so many more.

Scotch Bonnet Hot Sauce

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This is the best Scotch Bonnet Hot Sauce ever! It’s spicy, flavorful, and goes great with anything. If you like to bring the heat, you should try this recipe.
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Avocado Hot Sauce

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This quick and easy Avocado Sauce is a balanced combination of creamy and spicy. It’s made with tasty, fresh ingredients that pair with a variety of dishes.
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Spicy Beef Stew (Slow Cooker)

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This Spicy Beef Stew recipe is so easy and versatile. Use your favorite vegetables, your choice of heat and create the best spicy stew with the most tender beef.
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Jalapeno Jam

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This thick and spicy Jalapeno Jam is a super simple and tasty condiment recipe. It works so well with a wide variety of dishes due to its balanced flavor profile.
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Sweet And Spicy Meatballs

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These sweet and spicy meatballs are delicious and ready in a snap. These sweet chili meatballs are the perfect appetizers for any occasion.
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Raspberry Jalapeno Jam

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This refreshingly spicy Raspberry Jalapeno Jam is a simple recipe. You have a perfectly balanced condiment with tart raspberries and heat from the peppers.
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Jalapeno Ranch Macaroni And Cheese

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Jalapeno Ranch Macaroni and Cheese is full of rich flavors including three of my favorite things, ranch dressing, jalapeños and macaroni and cheese.
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Spicy Jalapeno Hot Sauce

This Jalapeno Hot Sauce Recipe has the perfect amount of heat. It’s spicy, sweet, and tangy. The flavor profile pairs wonderfully with a variety of dishes.
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Peach Jalapeno Jam

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Peach Jalapeno Jam is a sweet and spicy condiment that can be used to enhance a variety of dishes! This homemade recipe uses fresh juicy peaches and jalapenos. It’s a super easy crowd-pleaser.
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Spicy Shrimp Dip

Spicy Shrimp Dip is creamy and delicious dip that makes for a great game day or New Years appetizer. Cheesy, spicy and oh so flavorful.
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Mango Jalapeno Jam

This spicy Mango Jalapeno Jam has the perfect amount of sweetness with a tropical twist. It’s a versatile condiment that pairs well with a variety of foods.
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Crock Pot Hot Wings

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Savor the flavor of these Crock Pot Hot Wings; perfectly seasoned, slow-cooked to perfection, and crisped under the broiler for the ultimate taste and texture.
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Spicy Italian Sausage Pasta

This spicy Italian sausage pasta packs a punch of flavor and heat with spicy Italian sausage and two kinds of chile peppers.
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Jalapeno Bacon Jam

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This recipe for sweet and savory Jalapeno Bacon Jam is amazing! With a zing from the fresh jalapenos and sweetness from the maple syrup, it’s a perfectly balanced condiment that compliments any dish!
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Honey Hot Sauce

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This Honey Hot Sauce is the perfect blend of sweet and spicy. It’s a quick and easy condiment recipe that pairs with many different foods!
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Spicy Maple Syrup

This spicy maple syrup recipe is so good and so simple. Use this sweet and spicy syrup on waffles, pancakes, sausage, and even ice cream.
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Hot Honey Salmon

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This Hot Honey Salmon is the perfect balance between sweetness and heat. The salmon is covered in a sticky and flavorful sauce that pairs great with any side dish!
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Spicy Candied Pecans Recipe

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Spicy Candied Pecans are very easy to make using toasted pecans and an amazing sweet spice blend that makes this spiced snack so satisfying.
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Honey Hot Chicken Wings (Air Fryer)

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Air Fryer Hot Honey Wings are crispy, sweet & spicy in 30 Min! An easy recipe with a secret dip for game day perfection!
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Jalapeno Cheeseburger Sliders With Spicy Mayo

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Delicious mini cheeseburger sliders with a kick. This cheeseburger sliders recipe uses jalapeno peppers and cheddar cheese served on rolls.
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Hot Bbq Sauce

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This Hot BBQ Sauce is delightfully spicy with a hint of sweetness and tanginess. It’s a simple homemade recipe that pairs well with anything from beef to pork.
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Smoked Ribs With Spicy Rub Recipe

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Most love ribs, especially smoked ribs. Try this spicy dry rub recipe, with smoking ribs tips for beginners and pros to make the best baby back ribs in town.
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Spicy Chicken Wrap With Salsa

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This spicy chicken wrap with salsa is not just easy for lunch, they're downright delicious! Only takes five ingredients and 15 minutes!
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Air Fryer Jalapeno Poppers Bacon Wrapped Mummies

These air fryer Halloween bacon wrapped mummy jalapeno poppers are perfect for any Halloween party. They're delicious and adorable. Give them a try.
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Smoked Jalapenos

Did you know that smoked chiptole peppers are made from smoked jalapenos? These smoked peppers are a great way to add flavor to your recipe.
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Jalapeno Powder

Jalapeno powder is easy to make and a great addition to all kinds of recipes. Use powdered jalapeno in everything from mac and cheese to soups.
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Pickled Habanero Peppers

If you're a fan of bold, spicy flavors, pickled habanero peppers might just become your new go-to condiment. These vibrant peppers pack a punch of heat you can add to recipes or enjoy them on their own as a fiery snack.
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Strawberry Jam With Jalapenos

Strawberry jam with jalapenos is the perfect blend of sweet and spicy! Easy to make, this strawberry jalapeno jam recipe is great on toast, ice cream and more!
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Dried Jalapenos

Dried jalapenos are easy to make and a great snack or addition to any recipe. 2 hours in the oven is all it takes for dehydrated jalapenos.
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Easy Spicy Pickles

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Spicy pickles make a tantalizing treat that combines the tangy taste of pickles with the kick of spices, creating a flavor explosion that's difficult to resist.
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St. Louis Style Smoked Ribs With Spicy Bbq Sauce

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This St. Louis style spare ribs recipe shows you how to take all flavor components and allow the ingredients to work in concert so it plays like a symphony.
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Jalapeno Popper Breakfast Casserole

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This jalapeno popper breakfast casserole is a breakfast mash-up with unique flavors that are creamy, spicy, and smoky.
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Cranberry Jalapeno Jam

This Cranberry Jalapeno Jam recipe has a delicious yet unique flavor profile. It is a sweet and spicy jam with a subtle tartness and acidity to balance it out.
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Bacon Wrapped Cream Cheese Stuffed Jalapeno Poppers

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Bacon Wrapped Cream Cheese Stuffed Jalapeno Poppers, with or without bacon, are full of flavor, oh so cheesy and baked, air fried or grilled.
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Spicy Mayo Sauce

Spicy mayo sauce makes the perfect dip or, spread or topping. Serve this homemade spicy mayo with fries, pretzels, or as a sandwich spread.
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Blackberry Jalapeno Jam

This perfectly balanced Blackberry Jalapeno Jam is not just for toast! It’s sweet, tart, AND spicy. Try it on your favorite protein or spread it on crackers.
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Jalapeno Coleslaw

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This Jalapeno Coleslaw recipe is the best. It's a simple side dish for summer and a great dish to take to potlucks and family gatherings.
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Pineapple Jalapeno Jam

This Pineapple Jalapeno Jam is a spicy and tropical paradise! The juicy fresh pineapple and spicy jalapenos are the perfect combination. It’s a crowd favorite!
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Copycat Taco Bell Diablo Sauce

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This copycat Taco Bell diablo sauce is just as full of flavor and just as hot as the original. This diablo sauce packs a punch!
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Creamy Jalapeno Sauce

This Creamy Jalapeno Sauce is an even better version of Taco Bell’s jalapeno sauce. It’s perfectly zesty and flavorful with just the right amount of heat.
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Blueberry Jalapeno Jam

This sweet and spicy Blueberry Jalapeno Jam is the perfect blend of jalapenos and juicy blueberries. Use it as a spread or topping for sweet and savory food.
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How To Make Hot Pepper Sauce Recipe

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Discover how to make hot pepper sauce at home! This homemade hot pepper sauce is an easy pepper sauce you can use to flavor food.
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Spicy Harissa Aioli Sauce

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This easy to make harissa aioli sauce is the perfect way to add spicy flavors to meals. Made with only four ingredients and It mixes up in minutes. Use it as a dip, spread or sauce to make food taste great!
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Jalapeno Cheese Stuffed Pretzel Bites

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Jalapeno Cheese Stuffed Pretzel Bites are soft pretzels filled with a creamy cheese center. These pretzel bites are perfect for a snack.
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