Best 6 Easy Vanilla Glaze Recipes

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Indulge your sweet cravings with our tantalizing Vanilla Glaze recipes, a versatile culinary creation that transforms ordinary desserts into extraordinary delights. From the classic Vanilla Glaze that adds a touch of elegance to cakes and pastries, to the decadent Vanilla Bean Glaze that elevates ice cream and cookies with its rich, speckled texture, our collection offers a glaze for every occasion. Explore the zesty Lemon Vanilla Glaze, perfect for brightening up citrus desserts, or the luscious Caramel Vanilla Glaze that adds a luscious, golden touch to your favorite treats. And for a unique twist, try our Vanilla Glaze with Pistachios, which combines the nutty flavor of pistachios with the sweetness of vanilla. With step-by-step instructions and helpful tips, these Vanilla Glaze recipes are easy to follow, even for novice bakers. So, gather your ingredients, preheat your oven, and embark on a culinary journey that will leave your taste buds wanting more.

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QUICK VANILLA GLAZE



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This is the perfect glaze for a dessert bread. It is so simple to whip up, you will be adding it to all of your breads.-Mary Faulk, Cambridge, Wisconsin

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 5m

Yield 1/2 cup.

Number Of Ingredients 3

1 cup confectioners' sugar
2 tablespoons milk
1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, combine the sugar, milk and vanilla. Stir until smooth. Let stand for 5 minutes to thicken if desired. Spoon over bread.

Nutrition Facts :

VANILLA GLAZE



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Provided by Ina Garten

Categories     dessert

Time 5m

Yield 1/4 cup

Number Of Ingredients 2

1 cup confectioners' sugar
Seeds scraped from 1/4 of a vanilla bean

Steps:

  • Place the confectioners' sugar and vanilla seeds in a small bowl, add 1 1/2 teaspoons water and whisk together until smooth and thick, but pourable. Add an additional 1/2 teaspoon of water if needed.

BASIC SUGAR GLAZE



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Makes enough for a standard doughnut recipe

Provided by Lara Ferroni

Categories     Dessert     No-Cook

Number Of Ingredients 3

1 1/2 cups (150 grams) confectioners' sugar, sifted to remove any lumps
3 to 4 tablespoons milk or water
2 teaspoons vanilla extract (optional)

Steps:

  • 1. Place the sugar in a medium bowl and slowly stir in the milk and vanilla, a little at a time, to make a smooth, pourable glaze.

VANILLA GLAZE



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This classic glaze adds a special sweet finishing touch to a variety of breads, rolls and muffins.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 5m

Yield about 1/2 cup.

Number Of Ingredients 3

1 cup confectioners' sugar
1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 to 2 tablespoons milk

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, combine confectioners' sugar, vanilla and enough milk to achieve desired consistency.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 30 calories, Fat 0 fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 1mg sodium, Carbohydrate 8g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 0 protein.

BASIC VANILLA GLAZE



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This is an easy and basic recipe for a glaze to drizzle over cinnamon rolls if you don't want a thicker frosting. You can also drizzle over quick breads or muffins.

Provided by Delish

Categories     Dessert

Time 8m

Yield 1/2 cup

Number Of Ingredients 3

1 cup powdered sugar
2 tablespoons milk
1/4 teaspoon vanilla

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, combine ingredients; mix until smooth.
  • Let stand for 5 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 978.7, Fat 2.5, SaturatedFat 1.4, Cholesterol 8.5, Sodium 32.5, Carbohydrate 242.1, Sugar 235.2, Protein 2

VANILLA GLAZE FOR CINNAMON-BUN BITES



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Make this glaze while the Cinnamon-Bun Bites are baking. Recipe adapted with permission from "Williams-Sonoma Family Meals: Creating Traditions in the Kitchen," copyright 2009 by Maria Helm Sinskey and Williams-Sonoma, published by Weldon Owen, San Francisco.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Breakfast & Brunch Recipes

Yield Makes 1 cup

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 cup confectioners' sugar, sifted
1/2 teaspoon coarse salt
2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
2 tablespoons whole milk
1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract

Steps:

  • Stir together sugar and salt in a small bowl.
  • Whisk together butter, milk, and vanilla, and stir into sugar until mixture forms a smooth paste. Keep glaze at room temperature until ready to drizzle over cinnamon-bun bites. Before using, whisk until smooth.

Tips and Conclusion

Tips:

  • For a thicker glaze, reduce the amount of milk or water in the recipe. Conversely, add more milk or water for a thinner glaze.
  • Adjust the amount of powdered sugar to achieve your desired sweetness level.
  • For a glossy glaze, add a tablespoon of corn syrup or light-colored honey to the glaze.
  • To create a flavored glaze, add extracts or spices, such as vanilla, almond, or cinnamon, to the glaze.
  • If the glaze is too thick to pour, microwave it for a few seconds, stirring in between, until it reaches the desired consistency.
  • For a professional finish, use a pastry brush to apply the glaze evenly to your baked goods.
  • If you are glazing doughnuts or other pastries that will be served immediately, you can use a warm glaze. However, if you are glazing cookies or other baked goods that need to be stored, allow the glaze to cool completely before applying it.
  • Store leftover glaze in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to two weeks.

Conclusion: Vanilla glaze is a versatile and easy-to-make topping that can be used to enhance the flavor and appearance of a variety of baked goods. With just a few simple ingredients, you can create a delicious glaze that will add a touch of sweetness and shine to your favorite treats. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy way to dress up your baked goods, give vanilla glaze a try!

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