Clear Fruit Glaze for Cakes
Elevate your desserts with this easy and versatile Clear Fruit Glaze for Cakes, the secret to achieving a professional, glossy finish that perfectly enhances your baked creations. Made with just a handful of pantry staples like granulated sugar, cornstarch, and a touch of lemon juice, this quick glaze adds a delicate sheen and locks in the freshness of your fruit toppings. Customize it further with optional strained apricot preserves or clear fruit jelly for a hint of extra flavor. Ready in under 15 minutes, this simple glaze is perfect for brushing over fresh fruit tarts, sponge cakes, or cheesecakes to create a picture-perfect dessert that shines—literally. Whether you’re baking for a special occasion or simply to impress, this easy fruit glaze is a game-changer!
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Ingredients
- 50 grams granulated sugar
- 5 grams cornstarch
- 120 milliliters water
- 5 milliliters lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons clear fruit jelly or apricot preserves (optional, strained)
Directions
Step 1
In a small saucepan, mix the granulated sugar and cornstarch until combined.
Step 2
Gradually add the water to the mixture, stirring constantly to avoid lumps.
Step 3
Place the saucepan over medium heat and continue stirring until the mixture begins to boil and thickens to a gel-like consistency.
Step 4
Remove the saucepan from the heat and stir in the lemon juice. If using clear fruit jelly or strained apricot preserves, add it at this step and mix well.
Step 5
Allow the glaze to cool slightly before using. It should be warm but not hot for easy spreading or brushing.
Step 6
Using a pastry brush, gently apply the glaze over the fruit or surface of the cake while ensuring an even, thin layer.
Step 7
Let the glaze set for a glossy finish. Use immediately for best results.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (211.7g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 285.6 |
| Total Fat 0.0g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 0.0g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 11.7mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 74.4g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 0.1g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 65.1g | |
| Protein 0.0g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 7.7mg | 0% |
| Iron 0.0mg | 0% |
| Potassium 20.3mg | 0% |
Source of Calories