Before you begin making this copycat McDonald’s creamy chili sauce recipe, measure out all your ingredients and have them ready. This ensures a smooth mixing process and helps you achieve that authentic McDonald’s creamy chili sauce flavor.

In a medium mixing bowl, add the mayonnaise and sweet chili sauce. These two ingredients form the creamy, sweet foundation of your sauce. Whisk them together until they’re fully incorporated and the mixture appears uniform in color.

To your mayo-chili base, add the Sriracha sauce, rice vinegar, garlic powder, honey, and soy sauce. The Sriracha provides heat, the vinegar adds tanginess, the garlic powder delivers savory notes, and the honey and soy sauce create that signature sweet-umami balance.

Using your whisk or fork, blend all ingredients together vigorously for about 30-60 seconds. Continue whisking until the sauce is completely smooth, creamy, and free of any lumps. The color should be a uniform peachy-orange hue.

This is the crucial step when learning how to make McDonald’s creamy chili sauce at home. Dip a clean spoon and taste your sauce. Need more sweetness? Add a bit more honey. Want extra heat? Include another splash of Sriracha. Season with salt and pepper to enhance all the flavors.

Transfer your sauce to an airtight container and cover it tightly. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes-this chilling time allows all the flavors to meld together beautifully, creating that authentic McDonald’s taste you’re after.

After chilling, give your creamy chili sauce a good stir before serving, as some separation may occur. Pour it into a serving dish and enjoy with your favorite foods!