{"id":253409,"date":"2018-01-01T00:00:00","date_gmt":"2017-09-22T00:47:00","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/origin-www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/confectioners-sugar-glaze\/"},"modified":"2024-10-21T11:20:28","modified_gmt":"2024-10-21T16:20:28","slug":"confectioners-sugar-glaze","status":"publish","type":"recipe","link":"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/confectioners-sugar-glaze\/","title":{"rendered":"Powdered Sugar Glaze"},"content":{"rendered":"
Powdered sugar glaze is such an easy recipe that you\u2019ll have it memorized the first time you make it. The humble topping allows baked goods such as cookies, cakes, muffins, biscuits and scones to shine. The nice part? It takes less than five minutes to pull together. You can have fun with this frosting-of-sorts by adding food coloring; that way, you can get artistic with your sweet decors.<\/span><\/p>\n In a bowl, combine the confectioners\u2019 sugar, water and vanilla and stir until smooth (it\u2019s OK if the mixture is thick). Add a few drops of food coloring to give this glaze a tint if desired. Then, you can use a butter knife or small metal spatula to lightly spread the glaze on cooled cookies or other baked goods\u2014let the glaze dry and set for an hour.<\/span><\/p>\n If you have powdered sugar glaze left over from your decorating, store it in an airtight container in the fridge for three to seven days. When you\u2019re ready to use it again, let it come to room temperature first.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n If you\u2019re hosting a party and plan to decorate cookies, you can make a batch of this glaze in advance. Follow the recipe and store it in an airtight container in the fridge for three to seven days. Then, on the day of your event, let it come to room temperature before using.<\/span><\/p>\n If you have leftover glaze, you can store it in the freezer. Put it in an airtight container or a freezer-friendly bag. The glaze will stay fresh for up to two to three months in the freezer.<\/span><\/p>\n The glaze can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for three to seven days or frozen for up to two to three months.<\/span><\/p>\n This recipe yields a product that is thicker in texture and ideal for spreading on cookies. But if you want a glaze better suited for drizzling, add more water to the batter until it reaches your desired consistency.<\/span><\/p>\n For this recipe, using powdered sugar is essential as it dissolves easily when mixed with liquid, resulting in a smooth consistency. If you\u2019re out of powdered sugar, you can easily create it by blending granulated sugar until it becomes fine. (Psst: Here\u2019s a guide on how to make homemade <\/span>powdered sugar<\/span><\/a>.)<\/span><\/p>\n While the names differ, there isn\u2019t a vast difference between these two <\/span>sugars<\/span><\/a>. While confectioner\u2019s sugar sometimes contains cornstarch, you can still use the two sweeteners interchangeably in recipes.<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" This versatile glaze is shared by our Test Kitchen. You can make the basic confectioners’ sugar glaze and tint it with food coloring if desired. 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Diana Rattray for Taste Recipes<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n
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Directions\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0<\/strong><\/h2>\n
Step 1: Make and use the glaze<\/strong><\/h3>\n
Diana Rattray for Taste Recipes<\/span><\/span>\u00a0<\/strong><\/h3>\n
Diana Rattray for Taste Recipes<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n
Powdered Sugar Glaze Recipe Variations\u00a0<\/strong><\/h2>\n
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How to Store Powdered Sugar Glaze<\/strong><\/h2>\n
Can you make this glaze ahead of time?\u00a0<\/strong><\/h3>\n
Can you freeze this powdered sugar glaze?<\/strong><\/h3>\n
How long does powdered sugar glaze last?\u00a0<\/strong><\/h3>\n
Powdered Sugar Glaze Tips<\/strong><\/h2>\n
Diana Rattray for Taste Recipes<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n
How can I make a looser version of this powdered sugar glaze?<\/strong><\/h3>\n
Can I use granulated sugar for this recipe?<\/strong><\/h3>\n
Is there a difference between powdered and confectioners\u2019 sugar?<\/strong><\/h3>\n
Confectioners' Sugar Glaze Tips<\/h2>
How do you make confectioners' sugar glaze thicker?<\/h3>If your confectioners' sugar glaze seems too runny or thin, add more confectioners' sugar, one tablespoon at a time, mixing until it\u2019s the right consistency. Remember: Confectioners' sugar is the same as powdered sugar! Learn more about the different types of sugar<\/a>.
Can you use regular vanilla extract to make confectioners' sugar glaze?<\/h3>Clear vanilla extract in this glaze keeps any tint or coloring you may add later bold and vibrant, while regular, natural vanilla extract\u2014which is brown\u2014tends to dull added color. However, if you don\u2019t have clear vanilla extract on hand, regular vanilla extract will do just fine and provide the right vanilla flavor. Here are some of our favorite vanilla extracts<\/a>. \r\n
How can you make chocolate confectioners' sugar glaze?<\/h3>After you prepare and combine the powdered sugar, water and vanilla, add 4 teaspoons of baking cocoa and stir until smooth.
Do cookies decorated with confectioners' sugar glaze need to be refrigerated?<\/h3>Because this glaze contains no dairy or ingredients that require refrigeration, it\u2019s perfectly safe to store cookies with this confectioners' sugar glaze at room temperature. If you\u2019re looking for a good sugar cookie recipe, these sugar cookies<\/a> are a good place to start!
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