This chocolate glaze for cake is rich, decadent, and oh so easy! I use this glaze on brownies, Bundt cakes, ice cream, or whatever needs a little chocolate.
Ingredients
- 6 tablespoons cocoa powder
- 5 tablespoons butter
- 1 cup confectioners' sugar
- 0.75 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 2 tablespoons hot water , divided
Instructions
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1
Melt cocoa and butter together in a small saucepan over low heat, about 5 minutes. Remove from heat.
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2
Stir in confectioners' sugar and vanilla extract. Stir in hot water, 1 teaspoon at a time, until glaze is thick and smooth.
Nutrition Facts
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