Vanilla Almond Glaze for Doughnuts

Elevate your homemade doughnuts with this luscious Vanilla Almond Glaze, ready in just 5 minutes! Featuring a velvety blend of powdered sugar, creamy milk, and the warm, aromatic notes of vanilla and almond extracts, this glaze adds the perfect balance of sweetness and nutty sophistication. A pinch of salt subtly enhances the flavors, making each bite irresistibly delicious. Whether you’re dipping, drizzling, or spreading it over freshly baked doughnuts, this glossy, easy-to-make glaze ensures a bakery-quality finish every time. Ideal for quick dessert prep, this recipe is perfect for adding a gourmet touch to breakfast treats or indulgent snacks while accommodating up to 8 servings.

Nutriscore Rating: 47/100

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Prep Time:5 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:5 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

1.5 cups Powdered sugar
3 tablespoons Milk
1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
0.5 teaspoon Almond extract
1 pinch Salt

Directions

Step 1

In a medium-sized mixing bowl, sift 1.5 cups of powdered sugar to remove any lumps.

Step 2

Add 3 tablespoons of milk to the powdered sugar, starting with 2 tablespoons and adding the third gradually as needed for consistency.

Step 3

Stir in 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract and 0.5 teaspoon of almond extract for flavor.

Step 4

Add a pinch of salt to balance the sweetness and whisk everything together until smooth and glossy.

Step 5

Dip the tops of the doughnuts into the glaze or drizzle it over the doughnuts using a spoon.

Step 6

Let the glaze set for about 10 minutes before serving.

Portion size

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(231.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	741.3

Total Fat 1.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 0.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 4.0mg	0%
Sodium 161.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 182.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 0g	0%
Total Sugars 178.8g
Protein 1.5g	0%

Vitamin D 19.5IU	0%
Calcium 57.9mg	0%
Iron 0.1mg	0%
Potassium 81.8mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 1.2%

Protein: 0.8%

Carbs: 98.0%