A quick way to dress up a cake without a lot of effort is to make powdered sugar icing. You can have a lovely topping to any dessert from a plain vanilla cake to some wonderful cinnamon rolls. Learn how to make this recipe now by following along. You will not be disappointed as you’ll be too busy adding icing to all your clever baked goods.

“Icing on the cake” is one of those idioms that can go both ways. Luckily this recipe is one of those magical enhancements that is used to make a great cake fantastic.

I think what I like the most about this icing is how versatile it quickly becomes. First, you can make this a dairy-free icing by using juice or water in place of the milk. Second, try using water, fat-free milk or extracts made with alcohol and have a fat-free icing. Finally, add in some spices or cocoa like on these brownies for a wonderful flavor. Happy baking!

Be sure to check out the following video. I’ll walk you through the basics on how to make this scrumptious glaze.

Powdered Sugar Icing

Powdered sugar icing is so amazing. It's cheap, simple and fast to make. It can be both fat free and without dairy for those with dietary restrictions. You can use water, juice, extracts or milk to make the glaze and it's simply delicious any way you make it. A super quick way to dress up your cakes and desserts such as cinnamon rolls.

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Prep Time5 minutes minutes

Total Time5 minutes minutes

Servings1

Calories 480

Ingredients

• 1 cup (125g) powdered sugar
• 1-2 tbs (15-30mL) juice or water

Instructions

• Mix together powdered sugar and liquid 1 teaspoon at a time until desired consistency is reached.
• Spread over top of cake. Allow to air dry for several minutes before slicing.

Notes

Lemon juice will add 17 calories, 0.1 grams of fat, 0.4 grams of fiber, 0.2 grams of protein and 1 gram salt.

Nutrition Facts

Powdered Sugar Icing

Serving Size

 

1 cup

Amount per Serving

Calories

480

% Daily Value*

Carbohydrates

 

120

g

40

%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

* Calories provided as a courtesy and not guaranteed.