Glazes for Bread Glazes for the Holiday Bread and Buns
Elevate your holiday baking with these three irresistible glazes for bread and buns, perfect for adding a festive touch to your creations. Whether you’re aiming for a golden, polished look or a hint of sweetness, this recipe has you covered. Choose the Shiny Egg Wash Glaze for a bakery-perfect sheen, the Sweet Honey Butter Glaze for a rich and sticky finish, or the Luxurious Milk Sugar Glaze for a delicate gloss with a hint of sweetness. Each glaze takes just minutes to prepare and effortlessly enhances the flavor and presentation of your baked goods. Perfect for everything from holiday challah to soft dinner rolls, these versatile bread glazes will have your table shining bright and your guests reaching for seconds.
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Ingredients
- 1 large Egg
- 1 tablespoon Water
- 2 tablespoons Honey
- 2 tablespoons Unsalted Butter
- 2 tablespoons Whole Milk
- 1 teaspoon Granulated Sugar
Directions
Step 1
Prepare the Shiny Egg Wash Glaze: In a small bowl, whisk together 1 large egg and 1 tablespoon of water until fully combined. Brush this glaze lightly over the bread or buns just before baking to achieve a golden, shiny finish.
Step 2
Prepare the Sweet Honey Butter Glaze: Melt 2 tablespoons of unsalted butter in a small saucepan over low heat or in the microwave. Stir in 2 tablespoons of honey until combined. Brush this glaze onto the bread or buns immediately after baking for a sweet and sticky topping.
Step 3
Prepare the Luxurious Milk Sugar Glaze: In a small bowl, stir together 2 tablespoons of whole milk and 1 teaspoon of granulated sugar until the sugar dissolves. Brush this glaze over the bread or buns while they are warm, right after baking, for a subtle sweet flavor and soft gloss.
Step 4
Choose your desired glaze based on the flavor and finish you want for your bread or buns. Apply as directed in the individual glaze instructions.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (175.6g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 465.2 |
| Total Fat 32.8g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 16.6g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 2.0g | |
| Cholesterol 285.2mg | 0% |
| Sodium 127.3mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 40.7g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 0g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 40.2g | |
| Protein 8.0g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 67.2IU | 0% |
| Calcium 72.3mg | 0% |
| Iron 1.1mg | 0% |
| Potassium 144.5mg | 0% |
Source of Calories