Description

This easy strawberry glaze recipe creates a vibrant, shiny red drip perfect for doughnuts, pancakes, or pastries. It uses fresh strawberries, powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract for a balanced, irresistible flavor.

Ingredients

1 cup (150g) fresh strawberries, finely chopped
2 cups (240g) powdered sugar
2–4 tablespoons (30-60ml) milk (or water)
0.5 teaspoon vanilla extract

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Instructions

Prepare Strawberries: Wash, hull, and finely chop or mash about 1 cup (150g) of fresh strawberries.
Create Strawberry Puree: Blend the prepared strawberries until completely smooth. For a super smooth finish, strain the puree through a fine-mesh sieve to remove all seeds and pulp (yields approximately 0.5 cup (120ml)).
Combine Ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together 2 cups (240g) powdered sugar, 2 tablespoons (30ml) milk (or water), 0.5 teaspoon vanilla extract, and the strawberry puree until the mixture is smooth and lump-free.
Adjust Consistency: Gradually add more milk, 1 teaspoon (5ml) at a time, whisking well after each addition until the glaze reaches your desired consistency (thicker for dipping, thinner for drizzling). If too thick, add 1-2 teaspoons of extra milk. If too thin, whisk in another tablespoon of powdered sugar.
Test and Enjoy: Dip the back of a spoon into the glaze to check its consistency; it should coat the spoon evenly without being too runny. Your beautiful strawberry glaze is now ready to adorn your favorite treats.

Notes

For best results, use ripe, in-season strawberries. Thaw frozen strawberries completely and drain excess liquid before pureeing. For a quick alternative, use 0.5 cup (120g) seedless strawberry jam. Add a tiny drop of red food coloring for a more vibrant color. If glaze is lumpy, sift powdered sugar beforehand.

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 0 minutes
Category: Condiment
Method: No Cook
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 2 tablespoons (30 ml)
Calories: 80 calories
Sugar: 18 g
Sodium: 10 mg
Fat: 0.5 g
Saturated Fat: 0.3 g
Unsaturated Fat: 0.2 g
Trans Fat: 0 g
Carbohydrates: 20 g
Fiber: 0.5 g
Protein: 0.5 g
Cholesterol: 0 mg