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chocolate glaze

Chocolate Glaze

This Chocolate Glaze is rich, silky, and perfect for coating cakes, donuts, cookies, or pastries. Made with just four simple ingredients—dark chocolate, butter, corn syrup, and a pinch of salt—this glaze delivers a smooth, glossy finish with a deep chocolate flavor. It sets beautifully at room temperature, making it an excellent choice for dipping, drizzling, or glazing your favorite desserts. Whether you're adding a finishing touch to a cake or giving your homemade donuts a bakery-style shine, this easy glaze is a go-to recipe for chocolate lovers.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Servings 3.75 cup
Calories 398 kcal

Equipment

  • Microwave-Safe Bowl: For melting the ingredients together.
  • Silicone Spatula or Whisk: To stir and combine the glaze until smooth.
  • Measuring Cups & Spoons To accurately portion the ingredients.
  • Wire Rack (Optional): For glazing cakes or pastries without excess pooling.

Ingredients
  

  • 4 oz dark chocolate about 70%, chopped (¾ cup; 115g)
  • 4 oz unsalted butter cut into ½-inch cubes (4 tbsps; 60g)
  • ½ oz light corn syrup 1 tbsp
  • ⅛ tsp Diamond Crystal kosher salt (For table salt, use half as much by volume.)

Instructions
 

  • Combine chocolate, butter, corn syrup, and salt in a wide shallow microwave-safe bowl.
  • Microwave in 15-second increments, stirring after each increment, until the chocolate is melted and the mixture is completely smooth, about 1 minute in total.

Notes

Customizations:

  • Sweeter Glaze: Use semi-sweet chocolate (50–60%) for a milder sweetness.
  • Shinier Finish: Add ½ tsp vegetable oil to enhance the glossy effect.
  • Thicker Consistency: Let the glaze cool slightly for a thicker coating.

Storage Tips:

  • Store leftover glaze in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days or in the refrigerator for up to 1 week.
  • Reheat gently in the microwave (10-second bursts) or over a double boiler, stirring frequently.

Serving Tips:

  • Drizzle over cakes, cupcakes, cookies, or ice cream for a decadent touch.
  • Dip strawberries, pretzels, or donuts for a quick chocolate treat.

Cooking Tips:

  • Chop the chocolate finely for faster and more even melting.
  • Stir between every microwave interval to prevent overheating and graininess.

Nutrition

Calories: 398kcalCarbohydrates: 14gProtein: 3gFat: 37gSaturated Fat: 23gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gTrans Fat: 1gCholesterol: 66mgSodium: 9mgPotassium: 223mgFiber: 3gSugar: 7gVitamin A: 767IUCalcium: 29mgIron: 4mg
Keyword Chocolate Donut Glaze, Chocolate Glaze Recipe, Easy Cake Glaze, Homemade Dessert Topping
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