Lavender Glaze with Floral Notes (Printable)
Delicate floral glaze infused with lavender for topping baked goods
# What You Need:
→ Lavender Milk
01 - 2 tablespoons dried culinary lavender
02 - 1/4 cup whole milk or dairy-free alternative
→ Glaze Base
03 - 2 cups powdered sugar
04 - 1 teaspoon lemon juice, optional
# Directions:
01 - Combine milk and dried lavender in a small saucepan. Heat gently over low heat until just steaming, not boiling. Remove from heat and steep for 5 minutes.
02 - Strain the milk through a fine-mesh strainer to remove lavender buds. Let the infused milk cool slightly before using.
03 - Whisk powdered sugar with 2.5 to 3 tablespoons of lavender-infused milk in a mixing bowl. Add lemon juice if using. Whisk until smooth and pourable.
04 - Add more milk to thin or more powdered sugar to thicken until desired consistency is reached.
05 - Drizzle or spread glaze over cooled baked goods. Allow to set for at least 10 minutes before serving.
# Expert Suggestions:
01 -
- The way lavender transforms plain desserts into something that feels like a tiny vacation
- How quickly it comes together when guests are already knocking at your door
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- Overheating the milk makes the lavender taste bitter and soapy instead of floral
- Sifting your powdered sugar first prevents those tiny lumps that ruin the silky finish
03 -
- Start with less milk than you think you need since powdered sugar varies by brand
- The glaze sets faster on cold baked goods so plan your timing accordingly