How do I keep Glaze for Gingerbread cookies translucent
I believe you can combine 1 part water to 3 parts sugar in a saucepan and heat until the sugar dissolves and the liquid is clear. Allow it to cool to just above room temperature before applying to your cookies. It will harden when cool and be translucent.

Food.com has a recipe and directions here: http://www.food.com/recipe/simple-cookie-glaze-345260