Lemon Cream Cheese Frosting Recipe
Lemon Cream Cheese Frosting is a tangy and sweet topping perfect for cakes, cupcakes, and cookies. Made with smooth cream cheese, buttery richness, and fresh lemon zest and juice, this frosting balances creamy texture with a burst of citrus flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: Enough to frost a 9-inch two-layer cake or approximately 24 cupcakes
- Category: Frosting
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Frosting Ingredients
- 1 cup softened cream cheese
- 1/2 cup salted softened butter
- 4 cups powdered sugar
- 2 tsp lemon zest
- 1 tsp lemon juice
Instructions
- Prepare Cream Cheese and Butter: Beat together softened cream cheese and salted butter in a mixing bowl until the mixture is smooth and creamy, ensuring there are no lumps for a silky frosting base.
- Add Powdered Sugar and Lemon: Gradually add the powdered sugar to the mixture while continuing to beat. Then incorporate the lemon zest and lemon juice. Mix everything together thoroughly until the frosting becomes light, fluffy, and well combined with a fresh citrus aroma.
Notes
- Ensure the cream cheese and butter are softened to room temperature to prevent lumps and achieve the best frosting texture.
- Adjust the amount of lemon juice and zest to taste for a stronger or milder lemon flavor.
- This frosting works best when used immediately or stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Before frosting chilled cakes, let the frosting come to room temperature and beat again to restore fluffiness.
- Powdered sugar quantity can be adjusted depending on desired sweetness and consistency.
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