Ingredients and Weight:
- 1 cup unsalted butter, room temperature
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/4 cup milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Preparation Time:
10 minutes
Cooking Time:
None
Difficulty Level:
1 (Simple)
Preparation Method Steps:
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Gradually whisk in the cocoa powder, milk, and vanilla extract.
- Continue whisking until the glaze is smooth and free of lumps.
Nutritional Information:
Per serving (1/8 of glaze):
- Calories: 140
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated fat: 5g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
- Sodium: 20mg
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Protein: 1g
Dish Characteristics:
- Smooth and glossy
- Rich chocolate flavor
- Perfect topping for cakes, muffins, and cookies
User Comments:
- "This glaze is the perfect finishing touch to my chocolate bundt cake. It's so easy to make and adds a decadent touch."
- "I love how this glaze is not too sweet, so it doesn't overpower the flavor of the cake."
- "The glaze is so versatile. I've used it on everything from muffins to cupcakes and it always turns out great."
Special Precautions and Tips:
- For a thinner glaze, add more milk gradually until desired consistency is reached.
- For a thicker glaze, refrigerate for 30 minutes before using.