Brown Sugar Glaze

Elevate your dishes with this irresistible Brown Sugar Glaze, a perfect blend of sweet, tangy, and subtly spiced flavors! This quick and easy glaze combines the rich sweetness of brown sugar and honey with the tangy depth of Dijon mustard and apple cider vinegar, all balanced by warm hints of cinnamon, salt, and black pepper. In just 15 minutes, you’ll have a versatile sauce ideal for glazing ham, chicken, salmon, or roasted vegetables, adding a glossy finish and mouthwatering flavor. Whether you're dressing up a holiday feast or enhancing a simple weeknight meal, this homemade glaze is a game-changer. Plus, it’s easy to make ahead and store for added convenience. Try this flavorful glaze and take your cooking to the next level!

Nutriscore Rating: 22/100

Prep Time:5 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1 cup brown sugar
• 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 2 tablespoons honey
• 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
• 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
• 0.25 teaspoons ground cinnamon
• 0.25 teaspoons salt
• 0.25 teaspoons black pepper

Directions

Step 1

In a small saucepan, combine the brown sugar, unsalted butter, and honey over medium heat.

Step 2

Stir constantly until the butter has melted and the mixture is smooth, about 2-3 minutes.

Step 3

Add the Dijon mustard, apple cider vinegar, ground cinnamon, salt, and black pepper to the saucepan.

Step 4

Continue stirring and let the glaze simmer gently for 5-7 minutes, allowing it to thicken slightly.

Step 5

Remove the glaze from heat and let it cool for 1-2 minutes before using.

Step 6

Brush the glaze over your desired protein or vegetables during the last 10-15 minutes of cooking or roasting.

Step 7

Store any leftover glaze in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week. Reheat gently before using.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	275.6 grams (275.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1123

Total Fat 51.00g	65%
Saturated Fat 28.00g	140%
Polyunsaturated Fat NaNg
Cholesterol 124mg	41%
Sodium 987mg	43%
Total Carbohydrate 177.70g	65%
Dietary Fiber 0.50g	2%
Total Sugars 175.10g
Protein 0.70g	1%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 144mg	11%
Iron 2mg	8%
Potassium 248mg	5%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 39.1%

Protein: 0.2%

Carbs: 60.6%