Lemon Buttercream
A creamy, zesty lemon buttercream frosting perfect for cakes and cupcakes.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: 2 cups 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups unsalted butter, softened
- 3 cups confectioner’s sugar
- 1 tsp lemon extract
- 2 tsp citric acid
- Zest from 1 to 2 lemons
- Yellow food color (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the ingredients: Start by ensuring your butter is softened to room temperature.
- Cream the butter: In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened butter on medium speed until smooth and creamy.
- Add the confectioner’s sugar gradually, one cup at a time, mixing on low speed initially.
- Incorporate the flavorings: Add the lemon extract, citric acid, lemon zest, and food color. Blend on medium speed.
- Adjust consistency: If the frosting is thick, add milk; if too thin, add confectioner’s sugar.
- Taste and adjust: Modify tanginess or sweetness to your preference.
- Chill (optional): Refrigerate if not using immediately, then whip again before use.
Notes
This frosting pairs well with vanilla cupcakes and can be piped for an elegant finish.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 tablespoon
- Calories: 100
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 30mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
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