Easy Homemade Chocolate Glaze
This silky chocolate glaze comes together in minutes using everyday pantry staples. Perfect for drizzling over cakes, cookies, or donuts, it sets into a smooth and shiny coating everyone will love. A quick, budget-friendly finishing touch for any dessert!
🛒 Ingredients
20 servings
- 1 cup (200 g) granulated sugar
- ½ cup (50 g) unsweetened cocoa powder
- 2 tablespoons (30 g) unsalted butter
- 4 tablespoons (60 ml) whole milk
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Directions
- 1
Combine the sugar, cocoa powder, butter, and milk in a small saucepan.
- 2
Heat over medium heat, stirring constantly, until the butter has fully melted and the mixture is smooth.
- 3
Continue stirring for 1–2 minutes until the glaze thickens slightly and coats the back of a spoon.
- 4
Remove from heat and immediately pour or spread over cakes and desserts while still warm.
💡 Chef's Tip
Use the glaze right away — it thickens as it cools. For extra shine, stir in a teaspoon of honey or corn syrup just before removing from heat.
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