This glaze works beautifully for yeast donuts, cake donuts, or even baked donuts. You can dip, drizzle, or fully coat your donuts, and it sets with that perfect glossy finish.
🛒 What You’ll Need
- 2 cups powdered sugar (sifted for smoothness)
- ¼ cup milk (whole or 2%)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
👩🍳 Pro Tips
🧰 Tools You’ll Need
- Medium mixing bowl
- Whisk
- Cooling rack
- Parchment paper (for catching drips)
🔄 Substitutions & Variations
- Chocolate glaze: Replace 2 tbsp powdered sugar with cocoa powder.
- Maple glaze: Replace vanilla with maple extract.
- Citrus glaze: Use lemon or orange juice instead of milk.
👩🍳 Instructions
Step 1: Make the Glaze
In a medium bowl, whisk together powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla until smooth. Adjust consistency as needed.
Step 2: Dip the Donuts
Hold a warm donut upside down and dip the top into the glaze. Lift and let excess drip off, then place on a cooling rack to set.
Step 3: Let Set & Serve
Let donuts sit for about 10–15 minutes until the glaze firms up slightly before serving.
🧊 Storage
- Best eaten fresh but can be stored in an airtight container at room temp for up to 2 days.
- Avoid stacking glazed donuts to keep the coating smooth.
💬 Final Thoughts
There’s just something magical about a perfectly glazed donut—the glossy sheen, that first sweet bite, and the way it melts on your tongue. 🍩✨ This simple glaze recipe is quick to whip up, endlessly customizable, and turns even the most humble homemade donut into something that looks (and tastes) like it came straight from a bakery. Whether you keep it classic, go chocolate, or experiment with fun flavors, this glaze will be your go-to every time the donut craving hits.
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