Sugar-Free Bourbon Glaze

Elevate your culinary creations with this rich and flavorful Sugar-Free Bourbon Glaze—a perfect balance of smoky, tangy, and slightly sweet flavors without the added sugar. Crafted with the bold kick of bourbon, a hint of soy sauce for umami depth, and the natural sweetness of unsweetened apple juice and sugar-free maple-flavored syrup, this glaze delivers indulgence without guilt. Enhanced with apple cider vinegar, Dijon mustard, and a touch of garlic, it achieves a sophisticated complexity ideal for grilling, roasting, or drizzling over veggies. The addition of xanthan gum ensures a silky, thick texture that clings beautifully to meats, tofu, or even roasted nuts. Ready in just 20 minutes, this easy-to-make, sugar-free sauce is the ultimate low-carb glaze for bringing out bold, irresistible flavors in your favorite dishes.

Nutriscore Rating: 57/100

Prep Time:5 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 0.5 cup Bourbon
• 0.5 cup Unsweetened apple juice
• 0.5 cup Sugar-free maple-flavored syrup
• 0.25 cup Apple cider vinegar
• 0.25 cup Soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
• 1 clove Minced garlic
• 0.5 teaspoon Ground black pepper
• 0.25 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Xanthan gum

Directions

Step 1

In a medium-sized saucepan, combine the bourbon, unsweetened apple juice, and sugar-free maple-flavored syrup.

Step 2

Add the apple cider vinegar and soy sauce to the mixture, stirring well to combine all liquid ingredients.

Step 3

Add the Dijon mustard, minced garlic, ground black pepper, and salt. Stir well until evenly mixed.

Step 4

Place the saucepan over medium heat and bring the mixture to a boil, stirring occasionally.

Step 5

Once boiling, reduce the heat to low and let it simmer. Allow the glaze to simmer for about 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until it reduces and thickens slightly.

Step 6

Sprinkle the xanthan gum over the simmering glaze, whisking continuously to prevent clumping and ensure it is fully integrated.

Step 7

Continue to cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until the mixture thickens to your desired consistency.

Step 8

Remove from heat and let cool for a couple of minutes. The glaze will thicken more as it cools.

Step 9

Use immediately or store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week. Reheat gently if needed before use.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(502.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	426.6

Total Fat 3.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 0.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.1g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 3714.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 29.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 1.5g	0%
Total Sugars 12.0g
Protein 6.2g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 37.9mg	0%
Iron 1.4mg	0%
Potassium 410.9mg	0%

*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: 17.6%

Protein: 14.3%

Carbs: 68.1%