Lemon Buttercream Frosting Recipe 🍋🧁
Take your cakes, cupcakes, or cookies to the next level with this delightful Lemon Buttercream Frosting. Made with simple ingredients like butter, powdered sugar, fresh lemon zest, and lemon juice, this creamy frosting boasts a zesty lemon flavor that pairs perfectly with a variety of baked goods. Whip up a batch in just minutes and elevate your desserts with a burst of citrus goodness.
Ingredients
1 cup unsalted butter, softened
4 cups powdered sugar
1 lemon, zested and juiced
2 tablespoons heavy whipping cream
Directions
In a mixing bowl, beat the softened butter for 3-5 minutes until it becomes pale in color and fluffy.
Gradually add the powdered sugar, lemon zest, lemon juice (approximately 2 tablespoons from the fresh lemon), and heavy whipping cream to the butter.
Beat the mixture for an additional 3-5 minutes until smooth, creamy, and fluffy. Adjust the consistency with more powdered sugar if needed for a thicker frosting, or add more cream for a softer texture.
Once the frosting reaches your desired consistency, it's ready to use. Spread or pipe onto your favorite cakes, cupcakes, or cookies, and enjoy the bright and tangy flavor of lemon!
Prep Time: 10 minutes | Cooking Time: 0 minutes | Total Time: 10 minutes | Servings: 24