Description
Elevate your baked goods with this irresistible Lemon Glaze Recipe that brings a burst of zesty flavor to any dessert. With just five simple ingredients, you can create a bright, creamy glaze that perfectly complements cakes, cookies, and more. Its refreshing tang from fresh lemon juice and zest strikes the perfect balance between sweet and tart, making it ideal for any occasion—from casual family gatherings to festive celebrations. In just 5 minutes of preparation, you can transform your treats into something extraordinary!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 tbsp softened butter
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 2–3 tbsp heavy cream (or half-and-half)
- 1 tbsp lemon zest (about 1 large lemon)
- 1 tbsp lemon juice (about 1 large lemon)
- ¼ tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine softened butter, powdered sugar, heavy cream (starting with 2 tablespoons), lemon zest, lemon juice, and vanilla extract.
- Whisk until smooth and creamy; adjust the consistency by adding more heavy cream one teaspoon at a time if needed.
- Drizzle the glaze over your favorite baked goods like cakes or cookies.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: N/A
- Category: Dessert
- Method: N/A
- Cuisine: N/A
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 30g
- Calories: 110
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 5mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: <1g
- Cholesterol: 10mg