Chocolate Glaze for Carrot Cake
A silky, homemade chocolate glaze that turns a simple carrot cake into an irresistible treat. Made with pantry staples and ready in under 10 minutes, this warm glaze sets beautifully as it cools. Perfect for family desserts any day of the week.
🛒 Ingredients
4 servings
- 2 cups whole milk
- 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
- 3 heaping tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 egg yolk, sieved
- 1 heaping tablespoon margarine or unsalted butter
- 1 heaping tablespoon cornstarch
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Directions
- 1
Combine the milk, sugar, cocoa powder, sieved egg yolk, margarine and cornstarch in a medium saucepan.
- 2
Cook over low heat, stirring constantly with a whisk or spatula until the mixture thickens and coats the back of a spoon, about 8–10 minutes.
- 3
Remove from heat and immediately pour the warm glaze over your carrot cake, spreading evenly with a spatula.
💡 Chef's Tip
Keep stirring constantly to prevent lumps. For a richer flavour, swap margarine for real butter. Pour while hot — the glaze thickens quickly as it cools.
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