Simple Chocolate Glaze
Elevate your desserts with this Simple Chocolate Glaze—a quick, luscious topping that takes just 5 minutes to prepare! Combining rich unsweetened cocoa powder, velvety powdered sugar, and a hint of vanilla, this recipe creates a perfectly smooth glaze that’s both indulgent and versatile. With the added flexibility of using any type of milk, this easy chocolate glaze is ideal for drizzling over cakes, cupcakes, donuts, or even fresh fruit. Adjust the consistency to your liking for a thick, glossy finish every time. Perfect for last-minute dessert upgrades, this homemade chocolate glaze is sure to make your sweet treats irresistible!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 3 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 3 tablespoons milk (any type)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
In a medium bowl, sift together the cocoa powder and powdered sugar to avoid any lumps and ensure a smooth glaze.
Add 2 tablespoons of milk and the vanilla extract to the dry ingredients. Stir gently with a whisk or spoon until the mixture begins to come together.
Gradually add the remaining 1 tablespoon of milk, a little at a time, until the glaze reaches your desired consistency. It should be thick but pourable.
Use immediately by drizzling over your desired dessert. If the glaze thickens while sitting, add a small amount of additional milk (about 1/2 teaspoon at a time) and stir until smooth again.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
546 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 3.8 g | 5% | |
| Saturated Fat | 2.2 g | 11% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 4 mg | 2% | |
| Sodium | 21 mg | 1% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 132.6 g | 48% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 5.8 g | 21% | |
| Total Sugars | 120.5 g | ||
| Protein | 4.8 g | 10% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.6 mcg | 3% | |
| Calcium | 73 mg | 6% | |
| Iron | 2.7 mg | 15% | |
| Potassium | 318 mg | 7% | |
*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.
