How to Make Bourbon and Molasses-Glazed Turkey Breast - A Step-by-Step Guide

Are you looking for a festive and flavorful alternative to the traditional whole roasted turkey for your holiday meal? Look no further than this delicious Bourbon and Molasses-Glazed Turkey Breast recipe. This recipe takes the classic turkey breast and gives it a modern twist with the addition of rich bourbon and sweet molasses, creating a show-stopping centerpiece for any special occasion or celebration.

Unlike a whole turkey, a turkey breast is much easier to handle and cooks faster,...

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Ingredients

  • 1 cup bourbon whiskey (such as Maker's Mark®)
  • ½ cup blackstrap molasses
  • ¼ cup brown sugar
  • 1 tablespoon kosher salt
  • 1 teaspoon hot pepper sauce (such as Tabasco®)
  • 1 (2 pound) bone-in turkey breast

Information

  • Prep Time: 10 mins
  • Cook Time: 45 mins
  • Additional Time: 1 hr
  • Total Time: 1 hr 55 mins
  • Servings: 4
  • Yield: 4 servings

  • Stir whiskey, molasses, and brown sugar in a saucepan until brown sugar has dissolved. Place over medium heat, bring to a simmer, and turn off heat; stir salt and hot pepper sauce into mixture. Pour marinade into a large bowl.
  • Place turkey breast into the marinade with skin side down; let stand for 1 hour, turning turkey breast over occasionally. Transfer turkey to a roasting pan. Retain marinade for basting.
  • Preheat oven to 450 degrees F (230 degrees C).
  • Roast turkey breast in the preheated oven until a meat thermometer inserted into the thickest part of the meat reads 160 degrees F (70 degrees C), about 45 minutes. Baste turkey occasionally with retained marinade. Allow turkey breast to rest for 10 minutes before slicing.
  • Nutrition

    580 cal.

    • Total Fat: 2g
    • Saturated Fat: 1g
    • Cholesterol: 164mg
    • Sodium: 1570mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 44g
    • Total Sugars: 36g
    • Protein: 59g
    • Vitamin C: 0mg
    • Calcium: 119mg
    • Iron: 5mg
    • Potassium: 1197mg