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Balsamic Glaze

November 16, 2020 | Condiments

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Balsamic Glaze is so easy to make with just 2 pantry staples. Drizzle this sweet and tangy sauce over salads, vegetables, meat, pizza, and more!

Lifting a spoon coated with Balsamic Glaze out of a Weck jar.

Sometimes a dish needs just a little something extra and this Balsamic Glaze does the trick! Try it on pork, chicken, or roasted green beans.

Homemade Balsamic Glaze

If you’re looking to take your vegetables, meat, salad, pizza,… to the next level, MAKE. THIS. SAUCE. It’s so ridiculously easy and you won’t be able to resist eating whatever it’s drizzled on.

A spoon coated with balsamic glaze, lifted out a jar.

Ingredients for Balsamic Glaze:

  • Balsamic Vinegar– This dark, intensely flavored aged vinegar is slightly sweet and great for dressings or marinades.
  • Brown Sugar– It’s made up of granulated sugar and molasses, giving it a greater depth of flavor. Maple syrup or honey will work in this recipe as well.
A glass measuring cup of balsamic vinegar and a small dish of brown sugar.

How to make Balsamic Glaze:

Time needed: 15 minutes.

  1. Combine & Simmer

    Combine ingredients in a pot and bring to a boil over medium-high heat. Reduce heat and simmer for 10-15 minutes (stirring occasionally) until thick enough to coat the back of a spoon (liquid will have evaporated leaving just over 1/2 cup of thick concentrated vinegar).

  2. Cool & Use

    Let cool completely and then use or pour into a jar.

A pot with balsamic vinegar, brown sugar, and a whisk.

FAQs

What is Balsamic Glaze?

Balsamic Glaze is a sauce that is both sweet and tangy. It’s a delicious condiment that is great on salads, vegetables, meats, Caprese Pizza…

How to Store Balsamic Glaze?

Store in an airtight glass jar in the fridge. The glaze thickens as it cools. If too thick to drizzle, heat in the microwave for about 15 seconds.

How long does Balsamic Glaze last?

Since both vinegar and sugar a natural preservatives, this sauce lasts for 2-4 weeks (or longer!). If made without sugar, it will last months.

Can you make balsamic glaze without adding sugar?

Yes! Balsamic vinegar has sugars in it so it is naturally slightly sweet. Simmer the balsamic vinegar alone until you’re left with about 1/2 cup reduced liquid.

What is the best balsamic vinegar?

The highest quality balsamic vinegars are ones made in Italy from Modena or Reggio Emilia regions. These can get quite expensive. I have found that Colavita and Bertolli are pretty affordable.

A jar half full of homemade Balsamic Reduction.

TOOLS USED TO MAKE THIS SAUCE:

  • Pot & Skillet Set– These are the skillets and pots I use. They have a heavy bottom making them sturdy and cook the food evenly. I use these multiple times a day.
  • Weck Jars– These cute jars are the perfect size for homemade sauces and dressings.
  • Spiral Whisk– I love this whisk for making cooked sauces. It gets into the corners of the pan so that nothing burns and everything is incorporated.
Lifting a spoon out of a jar and letting Balsamic Glaze drip back down into it.

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Balsamic Glaze

Balsamic Glaze is so easy to make with just 2 pantry staples. Drizzle this sweet and tangy sauce over salads, vegetables, meat, pizza, and more!
Prep Time2 mins
Cook Time13 mins
Servings: 8
Calories: 90kcal
Author: Garnish and Glaze

Ingredients

  • 2 cups balsamic vinegar
  • 6 tablespoons brown sugar, (or honey or maple syrup)

Instructions

  • Combine both ingredients in a pot and bring to a boil over medium-high heat. Reduce heat and simmer for 10-15 minutes (stirring occasionally) until thick enough to coat the back of a spoon (liquid will have evaporated leaving just over 1/2 cup of thick concentrated vinegar).
  • Let cool completely and then use or pour into a jar. Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2-4 weeks.
Course: Toppings
Cuisine: Italian
Keyword: Balsamic Glaze
Nutrition Facts
Balsamic Glaze
Amount Per Serving
Calories 90
% Daily Value*
Sodium 17mg1%
Potassium 83mg2%
Carbohydrates 20g7%
Sugar 18g20%
Protein 1g2%
Calcium 25mg3%
Iron 1mg6%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
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