Description
This easy lemon glaze recipe creates a vibrant, zesty, and sweet topping perfect for brightening everyday desserts and baked goods. It’s a simple, family-friendly method to add a touch of sunshine to any treat.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups powdered sugar, sifted
- 4 tablespoons fresh lemon juice, strained
- 1 teaspoon finely grated lemon zest
- 1 to 2 tablespoons milk or water
- 0.5 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Sift the Sugar: In a medium mixing bowl, sift 2 cups powdered sugar to remove any lumps and achieve a super smooth glaze texture.
- Add Lemon Goodness: Pour 4 tablespoons strained fresh lemon juice and 1 teaspoon finely grated lemon zest into the sifted sugar. Start with 3 tablespoons of juice and gradually add more to reach the desired consistency.
- Whisk Until Smooth: Whisk continuously for about 2 to 3 minutes until the mixture is completely smooth, glossy, and thick enough to coat the back of a spoon but still pourable. If too thick, add milk or water 1 to 2 ml at a time; if too thin, whisk in another tablespoon of sifted powdered sugar.
Notes
For best flavor, use organic fresh lemons. Dairy-free milk alternatives like almond milk can be used if needed. Bottled lemon juice can be used in a pinch, but fresh is recommended for the most vibrant flavor. A tiny pinch of salt can balance the sweetness beautifully. For a different aroma, almond extract can be substituted for vanilla.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert Topping
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 3 tablespoons (45 ml)
- Calories: 82 calories
- Sugar: 21 g
- Sodium: 1 mg
- Fat: 0 g
- Saturated Fat: 0 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 21 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 0 g
- Cholesterol: 1 mg
Keywords: lemon glaze, easy dessert, quick recipe, family-friendly, gluten-free, no-bake, sweet topping, citrus