Cream Cheese Glaze
Elevate your baked goods to new levels of indulgence with this luscious Cream Cheese Glaze. Perfectly sweet and irresistibly creamy, this quick and easy recipe blends softened cream cheese, unsalted butter, powdered sugar, and a touch of vanilla for a velvety texture that’s ideal for drizzling. With just 10 minutes of prep, this versatile glaze adds a tangy-sweet finish to your favorite treats, from cinnamon rolls and bundt cakes to muffins and scones. Customize the consistency with milk or heavy cream for a pourable glaze that coats beautifully. Whether you're dressing up simple pastries or creating a show-stopping dessert, this cream cheese glaze is the ultimate finishing touch. Store leftovers in the fridge to enjoy for days!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 oz cream cheese, softened
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 tbsp milk (or heavy cream)
- 1 pinch of salt
Instructions
In a medium mixing bowl, combine softened cream cheese and unsalted butter. Using a hand mixer or whisk, beat until smooth and creamy.
Gradually add the powdered sugar, about 1/4 cup at a time, mixing well after each addition to avoid lumps.
Add the vanilla extract, a pinch of salt, and 1 tablespoon of milk (or heavy cream). Mix until fully incorporated.
If the glaze is too thick, add the remaining tablespoon of milk (or heavy cream), a little at a time, until the desired consistency is achieved. The glaze should be thick enough to coat the back of a spoon but thin enough to drizzle.
Taste and adjust the sweetness or vanilla as needed.
Use immediately to drizzle over cakes, cinnamon rolls, muffins, or pastries. If not using immediately, refrigerate in an airtight container for up to 3 days, and re-whisk before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1099 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 63.3 g | 81% | |
| Saturated Fat | 38.9 g | 194% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 190 mg | 63% | |
| Sodium | 528 mg | 23% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 128.3 g | 47% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Total Sugars | 123.5 g | ||
| Protein | 8.5 g | 17% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.4 mcg | 2% | |
| Calcium | 159 mg | 12% | |
| Iron | 0.5 mg | 3% | |
| Potassium | 176 mg | 4% | |
*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.
