Orange Zest Glaze

Orange Zest Glaze

A bright, tangy glaze that turns simple cakes and pastries into something citrus-forward.

Total 10 min Makes 16 oz Calories 78/serving

Dietary

Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Wheat free, Nut free, Halal, Kosher

Allergens

Dairy

This glaze whisks together fresh orange zest and juice with powdered sugar for a pourable topping with a tangy edge and glossy sheen. It sets into a thin, slightly sticky finish that suits bundt cakes, scones, cinnamon rolls, and quick breads alike. A splash of butter adds richness while keeping the glaze easy to drizzle.

Ingredients

  • 2 cups powdered sugar, sifted
  • 1 tablespoon orange zest, finely grated
  • 3 tablespoons orange juice, freshly squeezed
  • 1 tablespoon unsalted butter, melted
  • 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 pinch salt

Method

  1. In a medium bowl, whisk the sifted powdered sugar and orange zest together until the zest is evenly distributed.

  2. Add the orange juice, melted butter, vanilla extract, and salt. Whisk vigorously until the glaze is smooth and no lumps remain.

  3. Check the consistency: it should coat a spoon and slowly drip off in a ribbon. Whisk in more orange juice, 1/2 teaspoon at a time, if it is too thick, or more powdered sugar, 1 tablespoon at a time, if it is too thin.

  4. Let the glaze rest for 5 minutes to allow any air bubbles to settle before drizzling over cooled baked goods.

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Orange Zest Glaze

This glaze whisks together fresh orange zest and juice with powdered sugar for a pourable topping with a tangy edge and glossy sheen. It sets into a thin, slightly sticky finish that suits bundt cakes, scones, cinnamon rolls, and quick breads alike. A splash of butter adds richness while keeping the glaze easy to drizzle.

10 min 16 oz 78 cal

Ingredients

  • 2 cups powdered sugar, sifted
  • 1 tablespoon orange zest, finely grated
  • 3 tablespoons orange juice, freshly squeezed
  • 1 tablespoon unsalted butter, melted
  • 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 pinch salt

Method

  1. 1

    In a medium bowl, whisk the sifted powdered sugar and orange zest together until the zest is evenly distributed.

  2. 2

    Add the orange juice, melted butter, vanilla extract, and salt. Whisk vigorously until the glaze is smooth and no lumps remain.

  3. 3

    Check the consistency: it should coat a spoon and slowly drip off in a ribbon. Whisk in more orange juice, 1/2 teaspoon at a time, if it is too thick, or more powdered sugar, 1 tablespoon at a time, if it is too thin.

  4. 4

    Let the glaze rest for 5 minutes to allow any air bubbles to settle before drizzling over cooled baked goods.