Description

This easy maple glaze is a smooth, sweet, and versatile topping perfect for drizzling over cakes, donuts, muffins, and other desserts. Made with powdered sugar, pure maple syrup, and a touch of milk, it offers a natural maple flavor with a simple and quick preparation, ideal for enhancing your baked goods or breakfast treats.

Ingredients

Glaze Ingredients

1 cup powdered sugar
2-3 tablespoons pure maple syrup
1 tablespoon milk (any kind)
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract (optional)
Pinch of salt

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Instructions

Sift the powdered sugar: Sift powdered sugar into a medium bowl using a fine-mesh sieve to ensure a smooth texture without lumps.
Add maple syrup: Pour 2 tablespoons of pure maple syrup into the bowl with the sifted sugar.
Incorporate milk: Add 1 tablespoon of milk to the mixture to help achieve the desired glaze consistency.
Add vanilla extract (optional): Add 1/2 teaspoon of vanilla extract for enhanced flavor if desired.
Add a pinch of salt: Sprinkle a pinch of salt into the bowl to balance the sweetness and deepen the flavor profile.
Whisk everything together: Whisk all ingredients in the bowl until the glaze is smooth, lump-free, and well combined.
Adjust the consistency: If the glaze is too thick, gradually add more milk, 1 teaspoon at a time, whisking after each addition. If it’s too thin, add more powdered sugar, 1 tablespoon at a time, until the desired thickness is reached.
Taste and adjust (if needed): Taste the glaze and adjust flavor by adding more maple syrup for a stronger maple taste or an extra pinch of salt if the glaze is too sweet.

Notes

The glaze can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 week. Whisk before using.
Use any kind of milk you prefer, including dairy, almond, soy, or oat milk.
If you want a thinner glaze for drizzling, add milk gradually and whisk thoroughly.
Adjust sweetness and maple flavor to your preference by varying the amounts of powdered sugar and maple syrup.
This glaze is perfect for topping cakes, donuts, muffins, pancakes, and waffles.