Ingredients:

  • 1/4 cup pure maple syrup
  • 2 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
  • 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1/8 tsp fine salt
  • 1 cup powdered sugar, sifted
  • 1½ tbsp heavy cream

Instructions:

  1. In a small mixing bowl, combine the 2 tbsp melted butter, 1/4 cup maple syrup, 1/2 tsp vanilla extract, and 1/8 tsp salt. Whisk vigorously for 30 seconds until the fats and syrup are fully integrated and the mixture looks uniform.
  2. Sift the 1 cup powdered sugar directly into the bowl. Using a whisk, stir in the sugar in three separate batches to avoid lumps and ensure a smooth texture.
  3. Observe the flow of the glaze. If it is too thick to pour, add 1½ tbsp heavy cream exactly one teaspoon at a time. Whisk after each addition until the glaze falls in slow-moving ribbons that hold their shape for a few seconds on the surface.