Orange Icing Glaze
Elevate your favorite baked goods with this refreshing Orange Icing Glaze, a quick and easy recipe that’s bursting with bright citrus flavor! Made with just a handful of pantry staples, including powdered sugar, fresh orange juice, and fragrant orange zest, this glaze comes together in minutes to add a glossy, sweet-tart touch to cakes, cookies, muffins, and more. A hint of vanilla extract enhances the depth of flavor, while an optional splash of milk can be added for the perfect drizzle-worthy consistency. Ideal for adding a finishing flourish to your treats, this orange glaze is a must-have recipe to brighten up any dessert.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup Powdered sugar
- 2 tablespoons Fresh orange juice
- 1 teaspoon Orange zest
- 0.5 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon Milk (optional, for consistency)
Instructions
In a medium-sized bowl, sift the powdered sugar to break up any lumps and ensure a smooth glaze.
Add the fresh orange juice and whisk until the sugar begins to dissolve.
Stir in the orange zest and vanilla extract for extra flavor.
If the glaze is too thick, add milk, one teaspoon at a time, until the desired consistency is achieved for drizzling.
Use immediately by drizzling over your favorite baked goods. Allow the glaze to set for 10-15 minutes before serving for a soft, glossy finish.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
493 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 0.3 g | 0% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.1 g | 0% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 5 mg | 0% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 124.1 g | 45% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.6 g | 2% | |
| Total Sugars | 120.5 g | ||
| Protein | 0.5 g | 1% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 14 mg | 1% | |
| Iron | 0.2 mg | 1% | |
| Potassium | 80 mg | 2% | |
*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.
