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The Best Lemon Buttercream Recipe

A rich and creamy lemon buttercream frosting perfect for cakes and cupcakes.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dessert, frosting
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Buttercream Base
  • 1 cup unsalted butter softened at room temperature
  • 4 cups powdered sugar sifted
  • 2 tablespoons heavy cream or milk
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Lemon Flavoring
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
  • 1 tablespoon lemon zest freshly grated

Method
 

Prepare the Buttercream
  1. In a mixing bowl, beat the softened butter with an electric mixer until creamy.
  2. Gradually add the sifted powdered sugar, mixing on low speed until combined.
  3. Add the heavy cream and vanilla extract, then beat on high speed until fluffy.
Add Lemon Flavor
  1. Mix in the fresh lemon juice and lemon zest until fully incorporated.
  2. Taste and adjust the lemon flavor if desired by adding more juice or zest.
Frost Your Cake
  1. Use a spatula to spread the lemon buttercream on your cooled cake or cupcakes.
  2. Store any leftover buttercream in an airtight container in the refrigerator.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 1gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gSugar: 30g

Notes

This buttercream pairs wonderfully with vanilla or lemon-flavored cakes.

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