Orange Sugar Glaze
Brighten up your baked creations with this luscious Orange Sugar Glaze—a simple, 5-minute recipe that delivers a burst of citrusy sweetness. Made with just four ingredients—powdered sugar, freshly squeezed orange juice, fragrant orange zest, and an optional touch of melted butter for added richness—this glaze strikes the perfect balance of flavor and texture. Whether you’re drizzling it over warm cinnamon rolls, bundt cakes, or freshly baked scones, its vibrant orange aroma and smooth pourable consistency take any dessert to the next level. Quick and easy to adjust for your desired thickness, this versatile glaze is a must-have for citrus lovers looking to elevate their baking game.
Log this recipe in SnapCalorie
Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup Powdered sugar
- 3 tablespoons Freshly squeezed orange juice
- 1 teaspoon Orange zest
- 1 teaspoon Unsalted butter (optional, for richness)
Instructions
In a medium-sized mixing bowl, sift the powdered sugar to remove any lumps and create a smooth glaze texture.
Add the freshly squeezed orange juice to the powdered sugar, one tablespoon at a time, whisking continuously to blend.
Stir in the orange zest to enhance the citrus flavor. Mix well until the zest is evenly distributed.
If a richer glaze is desired, melt the unsalted butter and whisk it into the mixture until smooth.
Check the glaze's consistency: It should be thick but pourable. If it’s too thick, add orange juice half a teaspoon at a time. If too thin, add powdered sugar one tablespoon at a time.
Once desired consistency is reached, use immediately to drizzle over baked goods or store in an airtight container for up to 24 hours.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
524 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 4.0 g | 5% | |
| Saturated Fat | 2.5 g | 12% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 10 mg | 3% | |
| Sodium | 3 mg | 0% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 125.4 g | 46% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.6 g | 2% | |
| Total Sugars | 121.4 g | ||
| Protein | 0.4 g | 1% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 10 mg | 1% | |
| Iron | 0.2 mg | 1% | |
| Potassium | 103 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.
