This classic Penuche Icing brings the deep, nostalgic flavor of salted caramel to your desserts without the complexity of making a hard candy base. By gently simmering butter, brown sugar, and milk, you create a luxurious sauce that thickens beautifully with powdered sugar. The result is a smooth, spreadable glaze with a warm, toffee-like aroma that pairs exceptionally well with chocolate cakes, spice bundts, or gingerbread cookies. It’s an elegant yet simple finishing touch that elevates any homemade treat, offering a creamy texture and rich sweetness that feels indulgent yet comforting. Perfect for holiday baking or everyday celebrations.
Penuche Icing
Description
This classic Penuche Icing brings the deep, nostalgic flavor of salted caramel to your desserts without the complexity of making a hard candy base. By gently simmering butter, brown sugar, and milk, you create a luxurious sauce that thickens beautifully with powdered sugar. The result is a smooth, spreadable glaze with a warm, toffee-like aroma that pairs exceptionally well with chocolate cakes, spice bundts, or gingerbread cookies. It&# 226;ÂÂs an elegant yet simple finishing touch that elevates any homemade treat, offering a creamy texture and rich sweetness that feels indulgent yet comforting. Perfect for holiday baking or everyday celebrations.Ingredients
Directions
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In a medium saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter until fully liquid.
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Stir in the brown sugar until completely dissolved and combined with the butter.
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Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce heat to low and cook for 2 minutes, stirring constantly to prevent burning.
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Slowly pour in the milk while stirring continuously, then return the mixture to a gentle boil.
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Remove the saucepan from heat and allow the mixture to cool for about 5âÂÂ10 minutes until warm but not hot.
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Gradually add the powdered sugar, beating vigorously with a whisk or electric mixer until the icing is smooth and thick enough to spread.
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If the icing is too thick, stir in a teaspoon of water at a time until desired consistency is reached.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 3
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 857.9kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 24.4g38%
- Saturated Fat 15.4g77%
- Cholesterol 64.8mg22%
- Sodium 239.6mg10%
- Total Carbohydrate 164.6g55%
- Dietary Fiber 0.0g0%
- Sugars 164.6g
- Protein 0.8g2%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
Note
This icing will thicken as it cools. If stored in the refrigerator, let it come to room temperature and stir in a little warm milk to restore spreadability.
For a richer flavor, use unsalted butter and add a pinch of sea salt to enhance the caramel notes.
If the icing becomes too stiff during storage, gently reheat it in 10-second intervals in the microwave, stirring between each interval, until smooth.
Penuche icing works best when applied to cooled cakes or cookies. It sets slightly but remains soft and creamy.
