Use this basic thin vanilla glaze on a variety of desserts such as cakes, cupcakes, coffeecakes, brownies, etc.

Vanilla Glaze

1/4 cup butter

2 cups powdered sugar

2 to 3 tablespoons hot water

1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract

1. Place butter in a medium microwave-safe bowl. Microwave at HIGH (100%) 30 seconds or until melted. Stir in powdered sugar, hot water and vanilla, beating until smooth and slightly thickened. Drizzle over cooled cake.

Makes about 2 1/4 cups glaze.