Browned Butter Icing
Elevate your baked goods with the irresistible richness of Browned Butter Icing—a quick and easy recipe that takes your desserts to gourmet levels in just 10 minutes! This luscious icing gets its distinctive flavor from browned butter, which lends a warm, nutty aroma and golden flecks to the mix. Whisked with powdered sugar, a touch of vanilla, milk, and a pinch of salt, the result is a velvety-smooth frosting that sets beautifully, making it perfect for drizzling over cakes, cookies, or pastries. Whether you're looking to add a decadent touch to your treats or simply want to experience the magic of browned butter in icing form, this recipe is your go-to for a professional finish with minimal effort.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 tablespoons milk
- 1 pinch salt
Instructions
Place the unsalted butter in a small saucepan and melt it over medium heat. Swirl the pan occasionally and watch carefully as it begins to foam and then turn a light golden brown color. This process takes about 3-5 minutes. Once the butter develops a nutty aroma and brown flecks appear, immediately remove it from the heat to prevent burning.
Pour the browned butter into a medium mixing bowl, making sure to scrape in all the flavorful browned bits from the bottom of the pan.
Add the powdered sugar, vanilla extract, milk, and a pinch of salt to the bowl with the browned butter.
Whisk the ingredients together until smooth and glossy. If the icing is too thick, add 1 teaspoon of milk at a time until it reaches your desired consistency for drizzling or spreading.
Use the icing immediately while it's warm, as it sets quickly. Drizzle over your baked goods or spread it evenly for a smooth finish.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
902 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 48.6 g | 62% | |
| Saturated Fat | 28.4 g | 142% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 127 mg | 42% | |
| Sodium | 162 mg | 7% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 121.7 g | 44% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Total Sugars | 119.3 g | ||
| Protein | 1.4 g | 3% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.3 mcg | 2% | |
| Calcium | 51 mg | 4% | |
| Iron | 0.1 mg | 1% | |
| Potassium | 70 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.
