Maple Balsamic Sticky Wings

Sweet, Smoky, Sticky, and Finger-Licking Good

These Maple Balsamic Sticky Wings combine the rich sweetness of Seven Barrels Maple Balsamic Vinegar with crispy oven-baked chicken wings for a crowd-pleasing appetizer that's perfect for game day, backyard cookouts, family gatherings, or weeknight dinners.

The maple notes create a sweet caramelized glaze while the aged balsamic adds depth and tangy complexity that takes these wings far beyond traditional barbecue sauce.

Once you try them, they'll become a permanent part of your wing rotation.

Prep Time: 15 Minutes

Cook Time: 45 Minutes

Total Time: 1 Hour

Servings: 4-6

Ingredients

Wings

• 2 pounds chicken wings

• 1 tablespoon baking powder

• 1 teaspoon kosher salt

• ½ teaspoon black pepper

• 1 teaspoon garlic powder

Maple Balsamic Glaze

• ⅓ cup Seven Barrels Maple Balsamic Vinegar

• 2 tablespoons brown sugar

• 2 tablespoons honey

• 1 tablespoon butter

• 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard

• ¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)

Garnish

• Fresh parsley

• Cracked black pepper

Instructions

Prepare the Wings

1. Preheat oven to 425°F.

2. Pat wings completely dry with paper towels.

3. In a large bowl combine:

   • Baking powder

   • Salt

   • Black pepper

   • Garlic powder

4. Toss wings until evenly coated.

5. Place on a wire rack over a baking sheet.

6. Bake for 40 to 45 minutes until golden brown and crispy.

Make the Maple Balsamic Glaze

1. While wings cook, combine in a saucepan:

   • Seven Barrels Maple Balsamic Vinegar

   • Brown sugar

   • Honey

   • Butter

   • Dijon mustard

   • Red pepper flakes

2. Bring to a gentle simmer over medium heat.

3. Cook for 5 to 7 minutes until slightly thickened.

4. Remove from heat.

Glaze the Wings

1. Transfer cooked wings to a large bowl.

2. Pour warm Maple Balsamic glaze over the wings.

3. Toss until evenly coated.

4. Return wings to the baking sheet.

5. Bake an additional 5 minutes to allow the glaze to caramelize.

Serve

Transfer to a serving platter and garnish with parsley and cracked black pepper.

Serve immediately.

Serving Suggestions

Pair with:

• Grilled corn

• Coleslaw

• Potato salad

• Mac and cheese

• Ranch or blue cheese dip

Why It Works

Seven Barrels Maple Balsamic Vinegar creates a glaze that's sweet, tangy, smoky, and deeply flavorful. Unlike traditional wing sauces that rely heavily on sugar, the aged balsamic contributes complexity that keeps every bite balanced and addictive.

The result is a wing that's sticky, caramelized, and packed with flavor.

Featured Product

Seven Barrels Maple Balsamic Vinegar

Rich maple sweetness and aged balsamic complexity make this customer favorite perfect for wings, pork, vegetables, burgers, and grilling recipes.