Description
This easy Lemon Glaze recipe transforms baked goods with a bright, glossy finish, making them look professionally made. It’s quick to prepare and adds a delightful sweet-tart touch perfect for family desserts.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1.5 cups powdered sugar, sifted
- 2.5 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 1.5 tablespoons whole milk (or water/plant-based milk)
- 1 teaspoon finely grated lemon zest
Instructions
- Sift Powdered Sugar: Sift 1.5 cups of powdered sugar into a medium mixing bowl using a fine-mesh sieve to ensure a silky smooth, lump-free glaze.
- Add Lemon Juice: Gradually whisk in 2 tablespoons of fresh lemon juice until a thick, fragrant paste forms.
- Adjust Consistency: Slowly add milk or water, one teaspoon at a time, whisking continuously for 2-3 minutes until a desired pourable consistency is reached. The glaze should cling lightly to a spoon but drip easily. Adjust thickness by adding more liquid if too thick, or more sifted powdered sugar if too thin.
- Stir in Zest: Gently stir in the finely grated lemon zest for a bright aroma and flavor.
- Glaze Treats: Pour the finished glaze evenly over completely cooled baked goods. Allow it to set for 15-30 minutes at room temperature until firm and glossy.
Notes
Ensure baked goods are completely cool before glazing to prevent melting. For variety, add a dash of vanilla extract or a drop of food coloring. If glaze is too thick, add more liquid; if too thin, add more powdered sugar.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Baking Component
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: General
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 tablespoon (15g)
- Calories: 30 calories
- Sugar: 8 g
- Sodium: 5 mg
- Fat: 0.1 g
- Saturated Fat: 0 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 8 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 0 g
- Cholesterol: 1 mg
Keywords: lemon glaze, shiny glaze, pour over, easy glaze, dessert topping, sweet-tart, lemon zest, quick recipe, baking glaze