Description
This Lemon Buttercream is the perfect addition to any cake, providing a light, fluffy, and refreshing flavor.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 4 cups powdered sugar
- 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
- 2 teaspoons lemon zest
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened butter until creamy.
- Gradually add the powdered sugar, mixing well.
- Pour in the lemon juice, lemon zest, vanilla extract, and salt, then mix until smooth and fluffy.
- Taste and adjust the lemon juice for tartness if desired.
- Spread over your cooled cakes or cupcakes.
Notes
- For a richer flavor, let the frosting sit for about 10 minutes before using.
- This frosting pairs well with vanilla, lemon, or even chocolate cakes.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tablespoons
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 20mg