Browned Butter Glaze
Transform your baked goods into irresistible creations with this luxurious Browned Butter Glaze! Featuring the nutty richness of browned butter, this quick and easy glaze comes together in just 10 minutes, making it the perfect finishing touch for cakes, muffins, donuts, or cookies. The combination of caramelized butter, velvety powdered sugar, fragrant vanilla, and a hint of salt creates a deeply flavorful glaze that balances sweetness with a sophisticated depth. With its smooth, glossy texture, this glaze sets beautifully as it cools, making it ideal for drizzling or pouring. Elevate your desserts with this indulgent recipe that’s as simple as it is impressive.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- 2 tablespoons milk (or cream)
- 1 pinch pinch of salt
Instructions
In a light-colored small saucepan (this makes it easier to see the color change), melt the unsalted butter over medium heat.
Swirl the pan occasionally and keep cooking the butter until it begins to foam. After about 2-3 minutes, the butter will turn golden brown, and you’ll notice a nutty aroma. Be careful not to let it burn.
Remove the saucepan from the heat immediately and pour the browned butter into a heatproof bowl. Allow it to cool for 1-2 minutes.
Sift the powdered sugar into the bowl with the browned butter. Add the vanilla extract, milk (or cream), and a pinch of salt.
Whisk the mixture together until smooth and glossy. If the glaze is too thick, add a tiny splash of milk (1/2 teaspoon at a time) to reach your desired consistency.
While the glaze is still warm, drizzle it over your baked goods. It will firm up as it cools, so work quickly for the best results.
Enjoy your rich and decadent Browned Butter Glaze!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
902 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 48.6 g | 62% | |
| Saturated Fat | 28.4 g | 142% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 126 mg | 42% | |
| Sodium | 163 mg | 7% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 121.8 g | 44% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Total Sugars | 118.9 g | ||
| Protein | 1.4 g | 3% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.4 mcg | 2% | |
| Calcium | 52 mg | 4% | |
| Iron | 0.1 mg | 1% | |
| Potassium | 62 mg | 1% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
