Classic Milk Chocolate Glaze Recipe

Creamy and filling without being too heavy. That's what makes this classic milk chocolate glaze recipe so good. Find out how to make this fabulous chocolate glaze in less than 15 minutes, and add to cakes, cupcakes, and other treats in no time!

Prep5 min
Total Time15 min
Skill LevelBeginner

Amount3/4 cup of glaze

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In a shallow saucepan, bring 1 inch of water to a simmer; remove from heat.
Place chocolate and cream in small heat-proof dish or bowl and set in the saucepan of hot water. Let sit in water bath 2-3 minutes, then gently stir until chocolate is melted and the mixture is well blended.
Remove chocolate from hot water; stir in butter.
Let stand 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until thick enough to spread.
Spread on on cake or cupcakes then cool completely until the glaze hardens.