Lemon Icing Glaze
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Lemon Icing Glaze
Description
The Lemon Icing Glaze recipe blends icing sugar and melted butter with fresh lemon juice, vanilla, and milk to yield a creamy and sweet glaze with a bright citrus flavor. The glaze achieves a smooth texture when mixed until combined and is best used immediately before it sets, giving a shiny, coating finish to baked goods.
The lemon juice provides a refreshing tartness that complements the sweetness of the powdered sugar, while the melted butter adds richness. The vanilla enhances the flavor complexity, making this glaze suitable for drizzling over cakes, muffins, or sweet breads.
For storage, the glaze can be refrigerated up to 48 hours if covered. Before reuse, it should be stirred to restore smoothness as it thickens in the fridge. Applying the glaze right after preparing ensures the right consistency and shine for your desserts.
Ingredients
- 130 g icing sugar 1 cup, powdered sugar
- 75 g butter ⅓ cup, melted salted or unsalted+⅛teaspoon salt
- 80 mls lemon juice ⅓ cup
- ½ teaspoon vanilla
- 2 teaspoons milk
Instructions
- In a small bowl, use a small whisk to mix 130 g icing sugar, 75 g butter, 80 mls lemon juice, ½ teaspoon vanilla and 2 teaspoons milk together till smooth and creamy. Use straight away before it begins to harden.
Notes
- Store the glaze covered in the refrigerator for up to 48 hours to maintain freshness.
- Stir the glaze well before using if refrigerated to soften it back to a spreadable consistency.
- Use the glaze immediately after mixing for the best texture and appearance on baked goods.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 1cup
Amount Per Serving
Calories 1073 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 1073kcal | 54% |
| Carbohydrates | 136g | 45% |
| Protein | 1g | 2% |
| Fat | 61g | 94% |
| Saturated Fat | 39g | 195% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2g | 12% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 16g | 80% |
| Trans Fat | 2g | 100% |
| Cholesterol | 162mg | 54% |
| Sodium | 490mg | 20% |
| Potassium | 124mg | 3% |
| Fiber | 0.3g | 1% |
| Sugar | 130g | 260% |
| Vitamin A | 1895IU | 38% |
| Vitamin C | 32mg | 36% |
| Calcium | 37mg | 4% |
| Iron | 0.2mg | 1% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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