Bright Lemon Glaze
This quick and easy lemon glaze adds a bright, tangy sweetness to cakes, cookies, and pastries.
- Prep5 min
- Total5 min
- DifficultyEasy
- Servings4
When you need a simple yet impressive topping, this lemon glaze is your answer. It comes together in minutes with just three ingredients, creating a smooth, pourable finish that hardens slightly as it sets.
The tartness of fresh lemon juice balances the sweetness of confectioners' sugar, while the zest adds a fragrant citrus aroma. Drizzle it over lemon cake, scones, or doughnuts for an instant upgrade.
Ingredients
Servings
Converted amounts are rounded.
Method
- Place the confectioners' sugar in a small mixing bowl.
- Add 2 tablespoons of lemon juice and the lemon zest.
- Whisk the mixture vigorously until the sugar is fully dissolved and the glaze is smooth.
- If the glaze is too thick, add the remaining lemon juice, 1 teaspoon at a time, until you reach the desired consistency.
- Use immediately or cover and refrigerate for up to 1 week. Stir before using.
💡 Tips
- For a thicker glaze, use less lemon juice; for a thinner one, add more.
- Fresh lemon juice gives the best flavor, but bottled can work in a pinch.
- If the glaze becomes too thick after chilling, let it sit at room temperature or add a few drops of lemon juice.
Inspired by a recipe from Taste of Home