Homemade Donut Glaze
This easy Homemade Donut Glaze comes together in just minutes with a handful of pantry staples. It creates a smooth, glossy coating that’s perfect for both baked and fried donuts.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 seconds
- Total Time: 6 minutes
- Yield: Glaze for 12–16 donuts
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Microwave
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
- Softened butter
- Powdered sugar
- Vanilla extract
- Heavy cream, milk, or water (as needed)
Instructions
- In a microwave-safe bowl, combine the softened butter, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract using an electric mixer until well blended.
- Add a small amount of heavy cream, milk, or water while mixing until the glaze comes together.
- Continue adding small amounts of liquid until the glaze reaches a smooth, pourable consistency that will evenly coat donuts.
- Microwave the glaze for about 30 seconds.
- Stir until smooth and glossy.
- Dip warm donuts into the glaze or spoon it over the tops.
- Allow the glaze to set for about 5 minutes before serving.
Notes
- Substitute almond, lemon, orange, maple, cake batter, or peppermint extract for different flavors.
- Stir in cocoa powder for a chocolate glaze.
- Add a pinch of cinnamon for a warm spice flavor.
- Decorate with sprinkles, chopped nuts, or toasted coconut before the glaze sets.
- Store leftover glaze in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 week.
- Reheat in 10 to 15-second microwave intervals, stirring well and adding a few drops of milk or water if needed.
- Freezing is not recommended.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 glazed donut
- Calories: 90 kcal
- Sugar: 13 g
- Sodium: 20 mg
- Fat: 3 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 15 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 0 g
- Cholesterol: 8 mg
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