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Jar of Balsamic Glaze and balsamic glaze drizzling from a wooden spoon.
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Balsamic Glaze

This easy balsamic glaze is made with just two simple ingredients. It goes well on just about anything from fresh veggies to grilled meats to pizzas and more!
Prep Time2 minutes
Cook Time20 minutes
Cooling1 hour
Total Time1 hour 22 minutes
Course: Dressing
Cuisine: Italian
Keyword: Balsamic Glaze
Servings: 16
Calories: 45kcal
Author: Erica Walker

Equipment

  • Small Saucepan

Ingredients

  • 2 cups balsamic vinegar
  • 1/3 cup brown sugar (or honey)

Instructions

  • Add balsamic vinegar and brown sugar into a small saucepan.
    Pouring brown sugar into saucepan of balsamic vinegar.
  • Bring to a boil over medium high heat. Reduce heat to medium low.
    Boiling saucepan of balsamic glaze.
  • Simmer uncovered, stirring occasionally, until it has slightly thickened and reduced to about 1 to ¾ cup. This could take anywhere from 15-30 minutes. Remove from heat.
    Wooden spoon holding up balsamic glaze from saucepan.
  • As it cools, it will thicken a little more. Store in a jar that has a lid or any airtight container.
    Jar of Balsamic Glaze and balsamic glaze drizzling from a wooden spoon.
  • It will also be thicker if you store and use it from the refrigerator.

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Notes

Be careful not to cook it too long because it can burn. 
Store at room temperate for a week or up to 3 months in the fridge. 

Nutrition

Calories: 45kcal | Carbohydrates: 10g | Protein: 0.2g | Sodium: 9mg | Potassium: 42mg | Sugar: 9g | Calcium: 12mg | Iron: 0.3mg