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Vanilla Icing (Vanilla Glaze)

If you are looking for a simple, dependable icing that comes together in just a few minutes, this Vanilla Glaze is one of those recipes you will want to make on repeat. It is smooth, sweet, and full of classic vanilla flavor, with just the right consistency for drizzling over quick breads, muffins, scones, donuts, and cookies.
Prep Time5 minutes
Total Time5 minutes
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Keyword: vanilla glaze, vanilla icing
Servings: 1 cup
Calories: 24kcal

Ingredients

  • 1 cup (125g) confectioners’ sugar, plus more if needed
  • 2-4 tablespoons (30-60ml) milk or heavy cream, plus more if needed
  • ½ teaspoon pure vanilla extract
  • Pinch of kosher salt

Instructions

  • In a small bowl, combine the sugar, 2 tablespoons milk or cream, vanilla, and a pinch of salt.
  • Add more milk if desired (you’ll want a thicker icing for spreading on desserts like cookies or a thinner glaze for drizzling). Stir until the icing is smooth and no lumps remain.
  • If needed, you can add more sugar or milk until you reach the preferred thickness.
  • If not using right away, cover and refrigerate for up to 3 days.

Nutrition

Calories: 24kcal | Carbohydrates: 127g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 1g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.03g | Monounsaturated Fat: 0.2g | Cholesterol: 4mg | Sodium: 12mg | Potassium: 48mg | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 49IU | Calcium: 37mg