Homemade Balsamic Glaze is ridiculously easy to make and so versatile. We love it on Berry Goat Cheese Salad, steak, chicken, Caprese Salad, or drizzled over fresh fruit.
Just like our Strawberry Sauce, silky Caramel Sauce, and Pesto, this Balsamic Reduction proves that homemade condiments are best!
Balsamic glaze is also called a “balsamic reduction.” It is essentially a reduction of balsamic vinegar. Additional sweeteners like honey or sugar can be added. The balsamic vinegar is simmered in a saucepan until it has reduced down and thickened to a maple-syrup consistency. It is very dark in color and has deep concentrated flavor.
Balsamic Glaze
Homemade Balsamic Glaze is ridiculously easy to make and so versatile. We love it on salad, steak, chicken, or drizzled over fresh fruit.
Total: 15min
Yield: 8
Serving Size: 1 serving
Nutrition Facts: calories 32 kcal, Carbohydrate 7 g, Protein 1 g, Sodium 7 mg, Sugar 6 g, servingSize 1 serving
Ingredients:
- 1 cup balsamic vinegar
- 1/2 Tbsp honey ((optional))
Instruction:
- Pour 1 cup balsamic vinegar into a saucepan and add 1/2 Tbsp honey (if using).
- Bring to a low boil, then reduce heat to keep at a simmer for 12-15 minutes.* Stir occasionally until reduced by half and lightly coats the back of a spoon. It will thicken more as it cools. Transfer to a mason jar or air-tight container, let cool to room temperature then refrigerate for 3 to 4 weeks.
Balsamic Glaze (Reduction)
Prep: 5min
Total: 25min
Yield: 30
Serving Size: 1 serving
Nutrition Facts: calories 14 kcal, Carbohydrate 2 g, Sodium 3 mg, Sugar 2 g, servingSize 1 serving
Ingredients:
- 2 cups good quality balsamic vinegar
- 1/2 cup brown sugar ((optional))
Instruction:
- Heat balsamic vinegar in a small pot or saucepan over medium heat. *If adding sugar, combine both into the pot and heat together.
- Bring to a gentle boil, then reduce heat to medium-low heat and let simmer, stirring occasionally, until the vinegar thickens and is reduced to about 1/2 cup (about 20 minutes). It should be thick enough to coat the back of a spoon.*If simmering with sugar, it will take about 8-10 minutes to reduce.
- Remove from heat and allow to cool completely before serving (about 15 minutes).
