Ingredients
Method
- Sift the powdered sugar-free sweetener into a medium mixing bowl to remove any lumps.
- Add the pinch of fine salt and whisk to combine evenly with the sweetener.
- Whisk in your chosen flavourings. For a classic vanilla glaze, add the vanilla extract. For lemon, add lemon zest and lemon juice and plan to use a bit less of the other liquid. For almond, add almond and vanilla extracts. For chocolate, whisk in the cocoa powder.
- Slowly drizzle in 2 tablespoons of your chosen liquid (water, almond milk, or cream) while whisking constantly until a smooth paste forms.
- Add additional liquid 1 teaspoon at a time, whisking after each addition, until the glaze flows in a ribbon from the whisk and disappears back into itself after a few seconds. It should be pourable but not runny.
- If the glaze becomes too thin, sprinkle in a little more powdered sweetener and whisk until it thickens to the desired consistency.
- Let the glaze rest for 3–5 minutes to allow air bubbles to rise and pop, then whisk briefly again for a smooth, glossy finish.
- Taste a small amount and adjust flavour if needed, adding a few more drops of extract or a bit more sweetener to suit your preference.
- Drizzle or spoon the glaze over completely cooled baked goods. Allow it to sit at room temperature for several minutes to set into a soft, slightly firm coating before serving.
Notes
Use a confectioners-style erythritol or allulose blend; granulated sweeteners stay gritty and won’t dissolve smoothly.
Allulose tends to give a softer, more syrupy finish, while erythritol sets a bit firmer and can have a slight cooling effect.
Water gives a neutral glaze, almond milk adds a mild nutty note, and heavy cream makes a richer, more indulgent topping.
When using flavoured sugar-free syrups, reduce the powdered sweetener slightly and adjust to taste, as syrups add sweetness as well as flavour.
For a thinner drizzle, add a few extra drops of liquid just before using; for a thicker, opaque coating, whisk in a bit more powdered sweetener.
Allulose tends to give a softer, more syrupy finish, while erythritol sets a bit firmer and can have a slight cooling effect.
Water gives a neutral glaze, almond milk adds a mild nutty note, and heavy cream makes a richer, more indulgent topping.
When using flavoured sugar-free syrups, reduce the powdered sweetener slightly and adjust to taste, as syrups add sweetness as well as flavour.
For a thinner drizzle, add a few extra drops of liquid just before using; for a thicker, opaque coating, whisk in a bit more powdered sweetener.
