Powdered Sugar Glaze
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Powdered Sugar Glaze
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This basic, customizable confectioner's sugar glaze is an essential for any baker's recipe collection!
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Ingredients
- 2 cups sifted confectioner's sugar
- 2-4 tablespoons milk, half and half, water, or flavored liquid of choice
- 1/2 to 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
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Instructions
- In a bowl, whisk together sifted powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and enough liquid to thin the glaze to your desired consistency for dipping, drizzling, or pouring over your favorite baked goods and pastries. Glaze will be smooth.
- See the FAQ section above for make ahead and storage instructions and the notes below for flavor variations.
Notes
- Citrus. Omit the vanilla extract and use fresh lemon, lime, or orange juice for some or all of the liquid. Add finely-grated citrus zest (1/2 to 1 teaspoon). You can also use pure citrus extracts instead of juice and zest. Start with 1/4 teaspoon and build the flavor to taste.
- Coffee. Use cooled, strongly-brewed coffee or espresso for all or some of the liquid.
- Spices. Whisk in 1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon, nutmeg, cardamom, or ginger, to taste.
- Apple Juice or Cider. Use as a 1:1 substitute for the liquid.
- Maple. Use pure maple syrup (not pancake syrup) as the liquid. For a stronger maple flavor, you can also add maple extract (start with 1/4 teaspoon, to taste).
- Extracts. Use pure almond, coconut, or peppermint extract in lieu of vanilla. (The strength of extracts vary significantly by brand. Start with 1/4 teaspoon and add additional, to taste.)
- Vanilla Bean. Add vanilla paste or scraped vanilla bean in place of extract.
- Spike It. Swap 1/2 to 2 tablespoons (to taste) of your favorite liquor or liqueur for some of the liquid.
Nutrition Information
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Calories
120kcal
(6%)
Carbohydrates
30g
(10%)
Protein
1g
(2%)
Fat
1g
(2%)
Saturated Fat
1g
(5%)
Cholesterol
1mg
(0%)
Sodium
2mg
(0%)
Potassium
5mg
(0%)
Sugar
30g
(60%)
Calcium
4mg
(0%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 8to 12 servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 120 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 120kcal | 6% |
| Carbohydrates | 30g | 10% |
| Protein | 1g | 2% |
| Fat | 1g | 2% |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Cholesterol | 1mg | 0% |
| Sodium | 2mg | 0% |
| Potassium | 5mg | 0% |
| Sugar | 30g | 60% |
| Calcium | 4mg | 0% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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