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Easy Apricot Jam Glaze with Cardamom – vegetarian recipe
Stav Kogan

Easy Apricot Jam Glaze with Cardamom

A secret weapon to instantly elevate your baked goods! This incredibly easy glaze is simply fruit jam thinned with water, but a touch of cardamom transforms it into something truly special. Perfect for cakes, scones, and more.
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Prep Time 2 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 12 minutes
Servings: 1 cup
Calories: 35
Ingredients Method Nutrition

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup (320 g / 11.3 oz) apricot jam or preserves
  • 1 cup (240 ml) water
  • 1 teaspoon (2 g / 0.07 oz) ground cardamom (optional)
  • & Variations
  • Store leftover glaze in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks. Gently reheat on the stove or in the microwave to loosen it before using.
  • This glaze is fantastic on our Olive Oil Cake or Yogurt Pound Cake. It can also be used as a filling for cookie sandwiches or a smear on fresh scones.
  • Berry Ginger Glaze: Substitute any berry jam (strawberry, raspberry, blueberry) for the apricot and add 2 teaspoons (10 ml / 0.3 fl oz) of finely minced fresh ginger for a zesty kick.
  • Cassis-Orange Glaze: Use orange marmalade instead of apricot jam and stir in 1/4 cup (960 ml) of cassis liqueur after removing the glaze from the heat. Perfect for an almond cake.
  • Port-Cherry Glaze: For a deeper, richer flavor, substitute cherry preserves for the apricot jam and add 1/2 cup (480 ml) of port wine along with the water. This is divine on a chocolate cake.

Method
 

  1. In a small saucepan, combine the apricot jam, water, and ground cardamom (if using).
  2. Place the pan over medium heat and stir gently as the jam melts and combines with the water.
  3. Bring the mixture to a low, steady bubble.
  4. Cook for about 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the glaze has reduced and reached a syrupy consistency.
  5. Remove from the heat and allow it to cool slightly. The glaze will thicken further as it cools. Use immediately or store as directed below.

Nutrition

Calories: 35kcalCarbohydrates: 9gProtein: 0.1g

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