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Thanksgiving Pumpkin Pie Glaze

Name: Thanksgiving Pumpkin Pie Glaze
Prep time: 5 min
Total time: 5 min
Yield: Yields approx. 300 ml
Ingredients: 240 g (2 cups) powdered sugar; [?] cup milk, quantity unclear in source; start with 60 ml (¼ cup) and adjust for consistency; [?] tsp pumpkin puree, quantity unclear in source; start with 1 tbsp and adjust; Pumpkin pie spice to taste

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Prep

5 min

Cook

None

Total

5 min

Serves

Yields approx. 300 ml

Sweet, spiced, and thin enough to pour, this pumpkin glaze finishes the Thanksgiving pastry with a warm, seasonal coat. A drizzle or a pour, depending on the look you want.

Ingredients

240 g (2 cups) powdered sugar
[?] cup milk, quantity unclear in source; start with 60 ml (¼ cup) and adjust for consistency
[?] tsp pumpkin puree, quantity unclear in source; start with 1 tbsp and adjust
Pumpkin pie spice to taste

Instructions

1
Combine powdered sugar, milk, pumpkin puree, and pumpkin pie spice in a bowl.
2
Whisk until smooth.
3
Adjust consistency with more milk (thinner) or more powdered sugar (thicker).

Cook's Note

Glazes thicken fast as they sit. If it's set up before you're ready to use it, whisk in a few drops of milk to loosen it again.

Best Served With

Poured over the Thanksgiving Pumpkin Pastry, or used as a glaze on cinnamon rolls, scones, or pound cake.

Why This Recipe Works

Powdered sugar glaze is already smooth and pourable; pumpkin puree adds color and flavor without thickening it dramatically. The spice on top of the glaze mirrors the filling so every bite tastes consistent.

Make It Yours

Add a small pinch of salt to sharpen the sweetness
Add a drop of vanilla extract for depth
Use cream instead of milk for a richer, slower-setting glaze

Leftover Strategy

Keeps covered in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Whisk to bring it back together before using.

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Pairing

A dessert component, pairs with whatever it glazes.