Quick Creamy Vanilla Cake Glaze
A silky smooth glaze that comes together in minutes with just a handful of pantry staples. It coats cakes, pies and tarts with a glossy, luscious finish that looks bakery-worthy. Your go-to recipe whenever you need an effortless yet impressive dessert topping!
🛒 Ingredients
4 servings
- 200 ml heavy cream (min. 30% fat)
- 3 tablespoons granulated sugar (adjust to taste)
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- 1 pinch of fine salt
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Directions
- 1
Combine the heavy cream, sugar and pinch of salt in a small heavy-bottomed saucepan.
- 2
Heat over medium heat, stirring gently with a spatula until the sugar dissolves completely.
- 3
As soon as the cream begins to simmer with small bubbles forming at the edges, stir in the vanilla extract and mix continuously for 1 minute.
- 4
Remove from heat, let cool slightly, then pour evenly over your cake or pie.
- 5
Refrigerate the dessert for at least 30 minutes to allow the glaze to set and firm up beautifully.
💡 Chef's Tip
For a thicker glaze, stir in 1 teaspoon of cornstarch dissolved in a little cold milk before heating. Try flavoring with lemon zest, a hint of cinnamon, or a splash of orange blossom water for a delicious twist.
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