You only need four ingredients for this easy lemon glaze recipe! It’s bright and sharp, with a crackly finish, perfect for topping your bars, cakes, cookies, and more.
Equipment
- Mixing Bowls
- Whisk
- Spatula
- Measuring Cups
- Measuring Spoons
- Fine Mesh Sieve
Ingredients
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter melted
- 1 ⅓ cup powdered sugar
- Pinch salt
- 2 tbsp lemon juice
Instructions
- Add your melted butter and salt to a bowl. Then sift in your powdered sugar and whisk to combine (it will be thick!)
- Add in your lemon juice and whisk until smooth
- Pour your glaze over your cakes, bars, or cookies, spreading into an even layer
- If desired, sprinkle with lemon zest while the glaze is wet. Then leave the glaze to set for at least 35 minutes before serving!
Notes
*This lemon glaze is absolutely delicious on top of these lemon shortbread bars!
