Brown Sugar Glaze

A glaze forked into its own recipe per the archive's rule that accompanying components (glazes, marinades, rubs, sauces, etc.) are kept as standalone recipes. It also remains inline in APPLE SPICE CAKE WITH BROWN SUGAR GLAZE, where it is originally used.

Ingredients

• 1/2 cup (packed) golden brown sugar
• 1/4 cup (1/2 stick (225 g)) unsalted butter
• 1/4 cup (60 ml) whipping cream
• 1/2 teaspoon (2.5 ml) vanilla extract
• 1/2 teaspoon (2.5 ml) fresh lemon juice
• 1/4 teaspoon (1 ml) salt

Method

1. Meanwhile, prepare the glaze: stir all the ingredients in a small nonstick skillet over medium-high heat until the sugar dissolves and the mixture comes to a boil. Reduce the heat to medium and whisk until the glaze is smooth, about 1 minute. Remove from the heat.
2. Invert the cake onto a rack set over a baking sheet. Using a small skewer, pierce holes all over the top of the warm cake. Pour the glaze over the top, allowing it to be absorbed before adding more.
3. Cool the cake 30 minutes. Serve warm or at room temperature.