Ever wondered How To Make Balsamic Glaze at home? In this post you will see a single ingredient turn into thick sweet glaze that is delicious on just about everything!

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Balsamic glaze is my most favorite glaze of all the glazes.

Sure you can buy a bottle of it in the store and save yourself the process. I’ve done it. So no judgement here. However maybe you only need a tablespoon and don’t want to spend the money on an entire bottle? Well I’m here to tell you, it’s EASY! All you need is a good quality balsamic vinegar and a little time. Oh and maybe good ventilation because it does get a bit, shall we say, aromatic in the process.

how to make balsamic glaze

Once you’ve made and tasted it, you’ll want to drizzle it on allthethings.

What is Balsamic Glaze?

Balsamic glaze is balsamic vinegar that has simmered until thick and syrupy.

balsamic glaze ingredient

To Make Balsamic Glaze You Will Need:

  • balsamic vinegar
  • a sauce pan
  • time and patience

measure vinegar

I was making a caprese salad and only needed a tablespoon or two. Obviously if you need more, simply double or triple the recipe. Note that times will vary.

Okay, first things first, measure out your balsamic vinegar. For 1 tablespoon glaze, you will need 1/4 cup of vinegar.

pour into saucepan

Pour that into a saucepan.

simmer

Bring to a simmer and stir occasionally. Don’t forget to turn on that overhead ventilator!

reduced balsamic will be thick

Once the glaze has thickened and coats the back of your spatula or spoon, remove off the heat. It will continue to thicken slightly once it cools.

Watch closely so it does not burn!

And there you have it.

See? So simple and most importantly inexpensive.

How To Store Homemade Balsamic Glaze:

Once you’ve reduce the vinegar and the glaze has thickened and is syrupy. Store in an air-tight container and refrigerate for up to 2 weeks.

Recipes Using Balsamic Glaze:

how to make balsamic glaze - glaze in a glass with spoon

Enjoy! And if you give this How To Make Balsamic Glaze recipe a try, let me know! Snap a photo and tag me on twitter or instagram!

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Yield: 1 tablespoon (depending)

How To Make Balsamic Glaze

Ever wondered How To Make Balsamic Glaze at home? In this post you will see a single ingredient turn into thick sweet glaze that is delicious on just about everything!

Ingredients

  • 1/4 cup balsamic vinegar

Instructions 

  • Pour balsamic vinear into a sauce pan.
  • Heat over medium, stir frequently until the vinear reduces, is thick and coats the back of your spoon or spatula. Watch closely to avoid burning.
  • 1/4 cup balsamic should yield about 1 tablespoon of balsamic glaze.

Notes

How To Store Homemade Balsamic Glaze:
Once you've reduce the vinegar and the glaze has thickened and is syrupy. Store in an air-tight container and refrigerate for up to 2 weeks.
Nutrition Disclaimer: All information presented on this site is intended for informational purposes only. I am not a certified nutritionist and any nutritional information shared on SimplyScratch.com should only be used as a general guideline.
Serving: 1g, Calories: 2kcal, Sodium: 1mg