Lemon Buttercream Frosting
A bright and zesty frosting that enhances cakes, cupcakes, and cookies with a refreshing lemon flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: 2 cups 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup softened butter
- 4 cups powdered sugar
- 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon lemon zest
Instructions
- Beat the softened butter in a mixing bowl until light and fluffy.
- Gradually add the powdered sugar, mixing until well combined and smooth.
- Stir in the fresh lemon juice and lemon zest until evenly incorporated.
- Adjust the consistency with additional powdered sugar or lemon juice if needed.
- Use the frosting to spread or pipe onto cakes, cupcakes, or cookies.
Notes
Make sure your butter is softened but not melted for the best texture. For a stronger lemon flavor, add extra lemon zest. If your frosting is too thick, add a teaspoon of milk or cream.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
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