Easy Lemon Glaze (For Cakes and Cookies)
This bright and zesty lemon glaze adds the perfect sweet-tart finish to cakes, cookies, and scones. It mixes up in minutes and can be adjusted for a thick drizzle or a light, glossy coating. A simple way to add a burst of citrus flavor to any treat!
Servings: 1 serving
Calories: 470kcal
Ingredients
- 1 cup (120 grams) powdered sugar
- 3-5 teaspoons (15-25ml) fresh-squeezed lemon juice
- Pinch of Salt use Diamond Kosher salt
Instructions
- This recipe makes about 1/2 cup of glaze.
Make the Lemon Glaze
- Sift the powdered sugar in a medium-sized bowl. Add 3 teaspoons of lemon juice. The glaze will be very thick. Add the remaining lemon juice 1/2 teaspoon at a time until the desired consistency is achieved.
How to Store the Glaze
- The glaze can be stored at room temperature in a covered bowl for 24 hours. If not using it the first day, store it in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
- If refrigerated, remove it from the refrigerator, let it come to room temperature and stir until smooth. You made need to add a little bit of lemon juice to smooth it out. Add a little at a time, so it doesn't become too thin.
Notes
Sifted Powdered Sugar: Sifting the powdered sugar is important to ensure you end up with a smooth glaze
Fresh Squeezed Lemon Juice: Don’t use bottled lemon juice, it can have a slightly tinny flavor. In addition to regular lemons, this recipe also works with Meyer lemons.
Nutrition
Calories: 470kcal | Carbohydrates: 121g | Protein: 0.1g | Fat: 0.04g | Saturated Fat: 0.01g | Sodium: 3mg | Potassium: 18mg | Fiber: 0.1g | Sugar: 118g | Vitamin A: 1IU | Vitamin C: 6mg | Calcium: 2mg | Iron: 0.1mg