Chocolate Glaze
Shiny, rich, and versatile, this chocolate glaze is so simple to make, you'll be tempted to cover everything in it.
Servings: 12
Calories: 116kcal
Ingredients
- ½ cup cocoa powder
- ½ cup butter
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2-4 tablespoons boiling hot water
Instructions
- Melt the butter in a small saucepan over low heat. Add the cocoa powder and whisk to combine. Bring to a simmer and allow it to thicken for a few minutes. Remove from heat.
- Add the powdered sugar and vanilla extract. Stir to combine. The mixture will be very thick and powdery.
- SLOWLY add a tablespoon of boiling water and stir to combine. Continue whisking and adding water just a tablespoon or so at a time, until the glaze is as thick and smooth as you like.
Nutrition
Calories: 116kcal | Carbohydrates: 12g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 8g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 2g | Trans Fat: 0.3g | Cholesterol: 20mg | Sodium: 62mg | Potassium: 57mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 10g | Vitamin A: 236IU | Calcium: 7mg | Iron: 1mg