Light Chocolate Glaze for Cake
A silky, light chocolate glaze ready in just 5 minutes to beautifully dress your homemade cakes. Rich in chocolate flavor with a smooth, pourable texture — the perfect finishing touch for any dessert.
🛒 Ingredients
1 servings
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 4 tablespoons sweetened cocoa powder
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 1 cup (250 ml) whole milk
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Directions
- 1
In a medium saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter. Add the cocoa powder and sugar, stirring constantly for about 1 minute until you get a smooth, lump-free paste.
- 2
In a small bowl, whisk the cornstarch into the cold milk until fully dissolved with no lumps.
- 3
Gradually pour the milk mixture into the saucepan while stirring continuously over medium-low heat. Keep stirring until the glaze begins to thicken to your desired consistency.
- 4
Remove from heat and use immediately while still warm, pouring from the center of the cake for a beautiful glossy finish.
💡 Chef's Tip
For a richer flavor, swap the sweetened cocoa for pure unsweetened cocoa and adjust the sugar to taste. Leftovers keep in the fridge for up to 2 days — gently reheat in a double boiler before using.
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