Best 11 Quick Vanilla Glaze Recipes

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Craving a delightful treat that adds a touch of sweetness and sophistication to your culinary creations? Quick vanilla glaze is the answer! This versatile glaze is a culinary masterpiece, transforming ordinary desserts into extraordinary delights. With its smooth texture, rich vanilla flavor, and glossy sheen, it elevates cakes, cookies, pastries, and fruits to new heights of deliciousness. Whether you're a seasoned baker or just starting out, this magical glaze is easy to prepare and requires minimal ingredients, making it accessible to everyone. Let's embark on a delectable journey and discover the secrets of crafting the perfect quick vanilla glaze.

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VANILLA GLAZE



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Provided by Ina Garten

Categories     dessert

Time 5m

Yield 1/4 cup

Number Of Ingredients 2

1 cup confectioners' sugar
Seeds scraped from 1/4 of a vanilla bean

Steps:

  • Place the confectioners' sugar and vanilla seeds in a small bowl, add 1 1/2 teaspoons water and whisk together until smooth and thick, but pourable. Add an additional 1/2 teaspoon of water if needed.

FAST AND EASY WHITE VANILLA COOKIE GLAZE RECIPE



Fast and Easy White Vanilla Cookie Glaze Recipe image

Almost any cookie, cupcake, or brownie recipe gets even yummier when you put this vanilla glaze on top. It only takes three ingredients.

Provided by John Mitzewich

Categories     Dessert     Sauce     Ingredient

Time 5m

Number Of Ingredients 3

1 cup powdered sugar
1 1/2 tablespoons milk
1/2 teaspoon​ vanilla extract

Steps:

  • Pour over your baked goods and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 19 kcal, Carbohydrate 5 g, Cholesterol 0 mg, Fiber 0 g, Protein 0 g, SaturatedFat 0 g, Sodium 1 mg, Sugar 5 g, Fat 0 g, ServingSize 1/2 cup (24 servings), UnsaturatedFat 0 g

VANILLA GLAZE



Vanilla Glaze image

This vanilla glaze is simple and works for donuts, cookies, cakes and more! It takes just 2 minutes to whip up.

Provided by Sonja Overhiser

Categories     Essentials

Time 2m

Number Of Ingredients 4

1 cup powdered sugar
3 tablespoons heavy cream
½ tablespoon vanilla extract
1 tablespoon water

Steps:

  • In a medium bowl, slowly whisk the powdered sugar, cream and vanilla. Gradually add the water to make a smooth, pourable glaze. If the glaze is too sticky, add a teaspoon more water until it comes to a smooth, thick consistency. Use for dipping donuts, or drizzle with a fork across cookies, muffins or cake (makes enough for at least 12 donuts).

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 tablespoon, Calories 70 calories, Sugar 14.9 g, Sodium 1.2 mg, Fat 1 g, SaturatedFat 0.6 g, TransFat 0 g, Carbohydrate 15.1 g, Fiber 0 g, Protein 0.1 g, Cholesterol 3.2 mg

VANILLA GLAZE



Vanilla Glaze image

Great on Apple Cookies!

Provided by Jamie Langston

Categories     Desserts     Frostings and Icings     Dessert Glazes

Time 10m

Yield 48

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 ½ cups confectioners' sugar
2 ½ teaspoons milk
⅛ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon vanilla extract
1 teaspoon butter

Steps:

  • Melt the butter and add to rest of ingredients. Mix until creamy.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 15.4 calories, Carbohydrate 3.7 g, Cholesterol 0.2 mg, Fat 0.1 g, SaturatedFat 0.1 g, Sodium 6.7 mg, Sugar 3.7 g

QUICK VANILLA GLAZE



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This is the perfect glaze for a dessert bread. It is so simple to whip up, you will be adding it to all of your breads.-Mary Faulk, Cambridge, Wisconsin

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 5m

Yield 1/2 cup.

Number Of Ingredients 3

1 cup confectioners' sugar
2 tablespoons milk
1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, combine the sugar, milk and vanilla. Stir until smooth. Let stand for 5 minutes to thicken if desired. Spoon over bread.

Nutrition Facts :

VANILLA GLAZE FOR CINNAMON-BUN BITES



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Make this glaze while the Cinnamon-Bun Bites are baking. Recipe adapted with permission from "Williams-Sonoma Family Meals: Creating Traditions in the Kitchen," copyright 2009 by Maria Helm Sinskey and Williams-Sonoma, published by Weldon Owen, San Francisco.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Breakfast & Brunch Recipes

Yield Makes 1 cup

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 cup confectioners' sugar, sifted
1/2 teaspoon coarse salt
2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
2 tablespoons whole milk
1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract

Steps:

  • Stir together sugar and salt in a small bowl.
  • Whisk together butter, milk, and vanilla, and stir into sugar until mixture forms a smooth paste. Keep glaze at room temperature until ready to drizzle over cinnamon-bun bites. Before using, whisk until smooth.

BASIC VANILLA DRIZZLE



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This topping has a slightly thicker consistency than a glaze but is thinner than frosting. Top sweet rolls, muffins, or quick breads with this. Super fast, easy, and yummy.

Provided by Delish

Categories     Dessert

Time 5m

Yield 1/2 cup

Number Of Ingredients 3

1 1/2 cups powdered sugar
5 -5 1/2 teaspoons milk
1/4 teaspoon vanilla

Steps:

  • Combine all ingredients and mix until smooth.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 1439, Fat 2.2, SaturatedFat 1.2, Cholesterol 7.1, Sodium 28.7, Carbohydrate 361.2, Sugar 352.7, Protein 1.7

VANILLA GLAZE



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This classic glaze adds a special sweet finishing touch to a variety of breads, rolls and muffins.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 5m

Yield about 1/2 cup.

Number Of Ingredients 3

1 cup confectioners' sugar
1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 to 2 tablespoons milk

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, combine confectioners' sugar, vanilla and enough milk to achieve desired consistency.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 30 calories, Fat 0 fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 1mg sodium, Carbohydrate 8g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 0 protein.

QUICK GLAZE



Quick Glaze image

This is great when drizzled on Spiced Carrot Cake.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Dessert & Treats Recipes

Number Of Ingredients 1

1/2 cup confectioners' sugar

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, mix confectioners' sugar and 1 to 2 teaspoons water until a smooth but thick glaze forms (too thin a glaze will be absorbed by the cake). Place a piece of waxed paper under cooling rack for easy cleanup. Spoon glaze back and forth over cake, forming a pattern. Keep cake on cooling rack until glaze is set, 15 to 20 minutes.

BASIC SUGAR GLAZE



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Makes enough for a standard doughnut recipe

Provided by Lara Ferroni

Categories     Dessert     No-Cook

Number Of Ingredients 3

1 1/2 cups (150 grams) confectioners' sugar, sifted to remove any lumps
3 to 4 tablespoons milk or water
2 teaspoons vanilla extract (optional)

Steps:

  • 1. Place the sugar in a medium bowl and slowly stir in the milk and vanilla, a little at a time, to make a smooth, pourable glaze.

BASIC VANILLA GLAZE



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This is an easy and basic recipe for a glaze to drizzle over cinnamon rolls if you don't want a thicker frosting. You can also drizzle over quick breads or muffins.

Provided by Delish

Categories     Dessert

Time 8m

Yield 1/2 cup

Number Of Ingredients 3

1 cup powdered sugar
2 tablespoons milk
1/4 teaspoon vanilla

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, combine ingredients; mix until smooth.
  • Let stand for 5 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 978.7, Fat 2.5, SaturatedFat 1.4, Cholesterol 8.5, Sodium 32.5, Carbohydrate 242.1, Sugar 235.2, Protein 2

Tips:

  • Use high-quality vanilla extract. The better the vanilla extract, the better the glaze will taste. Look for a pure vanilla extract that contains at least 35% alcohol.
  • Make sure the glaze is the right consistency. It should be thick enough to coat the back of a spoon, but not so thick that it's difficult to spread.
  • Use the glaze immediately. The glaze will start to thicken as it cools, so it's best to use it right away.
  • If the glaze is too thick, you can thin it out with a little bit of milk or water. Just be careful not to add too much, or the glaze will become too runny.
  • The glaze can be used to top a variety of desserts, including cookies, cakes, cupcakes, and pies.

Conclusion:

Vanilla glaze is a delicious and versatile topping that can be used to enhance the flavor of a variety of desserts. It's easy to make and can be customized to your own taste preferences. So next time you're looking for a simple and delicious way to dress up your dessert, give vanilla glaze a try.

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