Chocolate Butter Glaze
Elevate your baked creations with this luxurious Chocolate Butter Glaze, a quick and easy recipe that adds a glossy, decadent finish to cakes, donuts, cookies, and more. Made with rich semisweet chocolate chips, velvety unsalted butter, and a touch of vanilla extract, this glaze comes together in just 10 minutes. A pinch of salt balances the sweetness, while a silky blend of powdered sugar and milk ensures a pourable consistency that's perfect for drizzling. Whether you're dressing up a dessert for a special occasion or adding flair to a weeknight treat, this versatile chocolate glaze guarantees a professional-looking, irresistible sheen.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 tablespoons Unsalted butter
- 1 cup Semisweet chocolate chips
- 1 cup Powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 3 tablespoons Milk
- 1 pinch Salt
Instructions
In a small saucepan, melt the unsalted butter over low heat. Stir the butter occasionally to ensure it melts evenly without browning.
Once the butter is fully melted, add the semisweet chocolate chips to the saucepan. Stir continuously until the chocolate chips are completely melted and the mixture is smooth.
Remove the saucepan from the heat and sift in the powdered sugar to avoid lumps. Whisk the powdered sugar into the chocolate mixture until fully combined.
Add the vanilla extract, milk, and a pinch of salt. Whisk until the glaze reaches a silky and pourable consistency. If the glaze is too thick, add a small amount of milk, one teaspoon at a time, until the desired consistency is achieved.
Allow the glaze to cool slightly for 1-2 minutes before using. Drizzle the warm glaze over cakes, donuts, or other baked goods for a smooth and shiny finish.
Let the glaze set for 10-15 minutes at room temperature before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2018 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 112.9 g | 145% | |
| Saturated Fat | 68.6 g | 343% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 128 mg | 43% | |
| Sodium | 167 mg | 7% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 265.9 g | 97% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 16.0 g | 57% | |
| Total Sugars | 247.5 g | ||
| Protein | 17.9 g | 36% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.5 mcg | 2% | |
| Calcium | 229 mg | 18% | |
| Iron | 8.1 mg | 45% | |
| Potassium | 884 mg | 19% | |
*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.
