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Powdered Sugar Glaze (Vanilla Cake Glaze)

Quick and easy easy powdered sugar glaze recipe, homemade with 3 simple ingredients: powdered sugar, milk, vanilla. Dries semi-hard. Perfect for drizzling on cakes, especially bundt cakes, cupcakes, donuts, cookies and other baked desserts.
Prep Time10 minutes
Total Time10 minutes
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Servings: 1 cup
Calories: 963kcal
Author: Abeer Rizvi

Ingredients

  • 2 cups Powdered sugar Sifted
  • 2-3 tablespoon Milk Whole or 2%, Can also use heavy cream or half and half or evaporated milk
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract Use clear extract to prevent icing discoloration

Instructions

  • In a medium size mixing bowl, add powdered sugar, milk, vanilla extract and whisk until mixture is smooth and glossy.
  • Start with 2 tablespoon milk and add more to thin out the glaze to your preference. If icing is too thin, mix in some more powdered sugar.
  • Drizzle it on top of your cakes or other baked goods and enjoy.

Notes

  • Read all my tips above.
  • Leftovers can be stored in a sealed container in the fridge for up to 2 days and will have to whisked again, prior to being used. 

Nutrition

Calories: 963kcal | Carbohydrates: 241g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 1g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 3mg | Sodium: 18mg | Potassium: 50mg | Sugar: 237g | Vitamin A: 49IU | Calcium: 37mg | Iron: 1mg