Ingredients
1 cup (240ml) good quality balsamic vinegar
1–2 tablespoons brown sugar or maple syrup (optional, adjust to taste)
Instructions
Step 1: Combine balsamic vinegar and optional brown sugar (if using) in a small, heavy-bottomed saucepan.
Step 2: Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer over medium heat, stirring occasionally to dissolve the sugar.
Step 3: Once simmering, reduce the heat to low and allow the vinegar to gently reduce. Do not cover the pan.
Step 4: Continue to simmer, stirring occasionally, for 15-20 minutes, or until the balsamic glaze recipe has thickened to a syrupy consistency that coats the back of a spoon. It will thicken further as it cools, so don’t over-reduce it to the point of being too thick in the pan. A good homemade balsamic glaze recipe should be pourable but cling to food.
Step 5: Remove the pan from the heat and allow the balsamic glaze recipe to cool completely. As it cools, it will continue to thicken.
Step 6: Transfer the cooled balsamic glaze recipe to an airtight container. Store at room temperature for up to 2-3 weeks, or in the refrigerator for up to several months.
Notes
For a richer, deeper flavor, use a higher quality, aged balsamic vinegar. If your glaze becomes too thick after cooling, gently reheat it with a teaspoon of water or regular balsamic vinegar to thin it out. This balsamic glaze recipe is incredibly forgiving!
- Prep Time: 2 minutes
- Cook Time: 15-20 minutes
- Category: How To
- Cuisine: Italian-American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 tbsp
- Calories: 25
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 2mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
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