Cinnamon Free Honey Lemon Glaze
Bright, tangy, and just sweet enough, this honey lemon glaze is the kind of finishing touch that makes a simple dish feel intentional. It comes together in one small saucepan with a handful of clean ingredients — honey, fresh lemon juice, lemon zest, and a pinch of sea salt — so there's nothing mysterious hiding in it. Arrowroot starch does the thickening work here, giving the glaze a glossy, silky consistency without any of the warming spices that so many store-bought glazes and sauces sneak in. That makes it a genuinely safe and delicious option when cinnamon is off the table, whether due to sensitivity, allergy, or personal preference. A whisked-in slurry technique keeps the texture smooth and lump-free, and the whole thing is ready in under ten minutes. Drizzle it warm over roasted vegetables, grilled chicken, salmon, or even a simple pound cake — it clings beautifully and brightens whatever it touches. Optional ground ginger adds a gentle warmth if you want a little more complexity without crossing any lines.
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6 servings
- ¼ cup honey
- 3 tbsp fresh lemon juice (from about 1 large lemon)
- 1 tsp lemon zest
- 1 tsp arrowroot starch
- 1 tbsp cold water
- 1 pinch fine sea salt
- ⅛ tsp ground ginger (optional)
Instructions
- 1
In a small bowl, whisk together the arrowroot starch and cold water until fully dissolved with no lumps remaining. Set aside.
- 2
Combine the honey, lemon juice, lemon zest, and sea salt in a small saucepan over medium-low heat. Whisk to combine and heat until the honey is fully melted and the mixture just begins to steam, about 2–3 minutes — do not let it boil at this stage.
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