Description
Discover how to make delicious Caramelized Brown Sugar Venison Jerky with Apple Cinnamon Glaze. A unique recipe for savory and sweet jerky lovers!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 pounds (907 g) beef, trimmed and sliced thin (0.9 kilograms)
- 1 cup (240 ml) brown sugar (200 grams)
- 1/2 cup (120 ml) soy sauce (120 milliliters)
- 1/4 cup (60 ml) apple juice (60 milliliters)
- 1 tablespoon (15 ml) soy sauce (15 milliliters)
- 1 teaspoon (5 ml) ground cinnamon (5 grams)
- 1 teaspoon (5 ml) onion powder (5 grams)
- 1 teaspoon (5 ml) garlic powder (5 grams)
- 1/2 teaspoon (3 ml) black pepper (1 gram)
- 1/4 teaspoon (1 ml) cayenne pepper (optional, 0.5 grams)
- 1/4 cup (60 ml) honey (60 milliliters)
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine brown sugar, soy sauce, apple juice, and Worcestershire sauce.
- Add ground cinnamon, onion powder, garlic powder, black pepper, and cayenne pepper.
- Mix well until all ingredients are fully combined to form a marinade.
- Place the sliced venison in the marinade, ensuring all pieces are well coated.
- Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight for best results.
- Preheat your oven to 175°F (80°C) or set a dehydrator to the jerky setting.
- Remove venison slices from the marinade, letting excess liquid drip off.
- Arrange the venison slices in a single layer on wire racks placed over baking sheets.
- In a small saucepan, combine honey and any remaining marinade.
- Heat the mixture over low heat, stirring constantly until slightly thickened.
- Brush the apple cinnamon glaze over the venison slices.
- Place the venison in the oven or dehydrator, and dry for 4-6 hours.
- Check for doneness; the jerky should be dry but slightly pliable.
- Let the jerky cool completely before storing it in an airtight container.
Notes
- Marinate the venison overnight for a richer flavor infusion.
- Adjust the cayenne pepper level to your desired spice intensity.
- Ensure each jerky slice is evenly coated with the apple cinnamon glaze for a tasty finish.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 4-6 hours
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Calories: Varies
- Fat: Varies
- Protein: Varies
Keywords: caramelized venison jerky, apple cinnamon glaze, brown sugar jerky, venison recipe, sweet and savory, homemade snack