Easy Orange & Cherry Citrus Glaze Recipes
Brighten your Winter with these easy Cherry and Orange Glaze recipes.
Add a burst of sunshine to your winter with these vibrant citrus glaze/icing recipes!
Whether drizzled over cakes, muffins, donuts or scones, these easy orange and cherry glazes will brighten your day with their zesty, sweet flavors. 🍊🍒✨
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Top orange rolls with orange glaze/icing
An orange glaze is a versatile and flavorful addition to your recipes, offering a tangy-sweet finish that elevates both sweet and savory dishes.
Its bright citrus flavor complements desserts like cakes, cookies, cranberry-orange bread and scones.
Orange Glaze Recipe
Ingredients:
1 cup sifted powdered sugar
2 tablespoons fresh orange juice
2 teaspoons orange zest
Instructions:
In a bowl, mix all ingredients together until smooth and well combined. Enjoy! 🍊✨
Notes: Makes one Cup and orange juice will make the glaze/icing an orange color, add orange food coloring if you want more of a dark orange color.
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A cherry glaze brings a rich, sweet-tart flavor and a pop of vibrant color to your dishes, making it a standout addition to both sweet and savory recipes.
Perfect for desserts like cheesecakes, bundt cakes and doughnuts.
Cherry Glaze Recipe
Glaze will cool and thicken quickly you can place back on heat to melt.
Maraschino cherry juice will make the glaze a pink color, add red food coloring if you want more of a dark pink color.
Easily 2x the recipe depending on how much you need.
Ingredients:
1 Cup sifted powdered sugar
2 Tablespoons butter
2 Tablespoons Maraschino cherry juice
1/3 teaspoon Almond extract
Red food coloring
Directions
In a small saucepan melt butter on low heat.
Once melted, add in maraschino cherry juice.
Slowly add in sifted powdered sugar one tablespoon at a time and remove from heat.
Combine ingredients then add almond extract and 2 - 3 drops red food coloring.
Blend once more and enjoy!
Storage: Many homemade glazes, especially those containing perishable ingredients like fresh fruit juices or dairy, should be stored in the refrigerator.
Place the glaze in an airtight container to prevent odors from the fridge affecting its flavor. It's generally a good idea to use homemade glazes within a week to a few weeks if refrigerated.
Here are some desserts that shine with orange or cherry icing:
Orange Icing
Orange Bundt Cake: Drizzle orange glaze for a glossy, zesty finish.
Cranberry-Orange Muffins: A light orange icing enhances the tart cranberries.
Gingerbread Cookies: Orange glaze pairs beautifully with warm spices.
Cherry Icing
Black Forest Cupcakes: Add a cherry glaze on top of whipped cream for a sweet-tart finish.
Cherry Thumbprint Cookies: A drizzle of cherry icing makes these bite-sized treats irresistible.
Cheesecake: Use cherry glaze to top a classic New York-style cheesecake.
Orange and Cherry glazes/icing capture the essence of comfort and nostalgia while offering a modern twist on classic flavors.
Their sweet-tart profiles remind us of fresh-picked fruit and homemade treats, making them feel familiar and inviting. Enjoy!
