How to Make Balsamic Glaze

WRITER BYCassie

POSTEDJune 18, 2019

You won't believe how easy it is to make a balsamic vinegar glaze at home. Just a simple balsamic reduction makes a rich and tangy sauce that can be drizzled over so many things. This balsamic glaze recipe is made without sugar and is healthier than store bought.

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Making homemade balsamic glaze is so easy! All you need is some balsamic vinegar and 15 minutes and you'll have a rich, tangy and flavourful sauce that can be used in so many ways.

I'll admit that I only learnt how to make my own balsamic glaze so I could use it for bruschetta, but the possibilities don't end there. Drizzle your glaze over a simple tomato salad, on top of grilled chicken or over a bowl of berries and ice-cream!

What is balsamic glaze made of?

To make this amazing balsamic glaze you only need one ingredient - Balsamic Vinegar. That's it. Some recipes use brown sugar but honestly it doesn't need it. Once you try this version you'll never go back.

balsamic glaze in a glass jar with a spoon being held above it.

How to make balsamic glaze - step by step

Add 2 cups of balsamic vinegar to a small saucepan and place on medium heat. Bring to boil then reduce to a simmer. Cook down for 10 - 15 minutes, stirring regularly, until the vinegar thickens and has reduced to approximately half the size.

Be careful not to over-thicken your glaze here. It should be thick enough to coat the back of a spoon.

Remove from heat, allow to cool, then store in an airtight jar.

Can you save an over-reduced balsamic glaze?

You're going to want to stay close while you're reducing your vinegar down to a glaze. But if you end up over-reducing it and thickening it too much, never fear! You can save it.

I will note that if you've burnt it there is no turning back. But if it's just too thick, try thinning it out with a little water and a little more balsamic vinegar, and re-reducing until you achieve your desired thickness.

balsamic glaze in an open glass jar with a spoon inside it.

balsamic glaze in a glass jar with a spoon being held above it.

STORAGE ADVICE

Store in an airtight jar in the fridge for up to a month. If the glaze becomes too hard after refrigerating, place the jar in a bowl of warm water to soften.

HOW TO USE

Balsamic glaze is so versatile. Here's a few ways to use up your jar (or pop your favourite way in a comment below!)...

Drizzle on top of bruschetta or roasted brussels sprouts and bacon.
Use it as a dressing for a caprese salad.
Use as a light sauce for grilled chicken breast.
Pour on top of berries and vanilla ice-cream.

two pieces of brushetta on a white plate covered in balsamic glaze.

RECIPE

How to Make Balsamic Glaze

Prep Time

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Cook Time

15 minutes

Total Time

15 minutes

You won't believe how easy it is to make a balsamic vinegar glaze at home. Just a simple balsamic reduction makes a rich and tangy sauce that can be drizzled over so many things.

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servings

1

Scale

Ingredients

2 cups Balsamic Vinegar

Instructions

Add balsamic vinegar to a small saucepan and place on medium heat. Bring to boil then reduce to a simmer.

Cook down for 10 - 15 minutes, stirring regularly, until the vinegar thickens and has reduced to approximately half the size. Be careful not to over-thicken your glaze here. It should be thick enough to coat the back of a spoon.

Remove from heat, allow to cool, then store in an airtight jar.

Notes

STORING:

Store in an airtight jar in the fridge for up to a month. If it hardens too much in the fridge, place the jar in a bowl of warm water to soften for use.

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