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Icing Glaze

Transform your baked goods with this quick and delightful icing glaze that adds a sweet and shiny finish.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Servings: 12 servings
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 80
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main
  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 2 tablespoons milk or water
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract optional
  • Food coloring optional, for color

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • Whisk or spoon
  • Measuring cups
  • Measuring spoons
  • Spatula

Method
 

  1. Start by measuring out all your ingredients.
  2. In a mixing bowl, whisk together the powdered sugar and milk.
  3. If using vanilla extract, stir it in now.
  4. Check the consistency of the glaze and add more milk if it's too thick.
  5. Add food coloring if desired.
  6. Whisk the mixture until it's completely smooth.
  7. Drizzle the glaze over cakes, cookies, or pastries.
  8. Allow the glaze to set at room temperature for about 10-15 minutes.

Notes

For a thicker glaze, simply add more powdered sugar until you reach your desired consistency.