Ingredients
Unsalted Butter, 1 cup (227g)
Confectioners’ Sugar, 4 cups (480g)
Fresh Lemon Juice, 1/4 cup (60ml)
Lemon Zest, 1 teaspoon
Heavy Cream or Milk, 2–3 tablespoons
Salt, 1/4 teaspoon
Instructions
Ensure butter is softened to room temperature.
Sift confectioners’ sugar into a mixing bowl.
Cream softened butter in a large mixing bowl with an electric mixer on medium speed until light and fluffy (3–5 minutes).
Add sifted confectioners’ sugar gradually, one cup at a time, mixing on low speed after each addition until fully incorporated. Scrape down sides as needed.
Add fresh lemon juice, lemon zest, and salt to the bowl. Beat on medium-high speed for 2–3 minutes to combine.
Alternate adding heavy cream (or milk) and any remaining confectioners’ sugar for a looser consistency.
Adjust with small additions of liquid or powdered sugar to achieve desired texture.
Whip briefly on high speed to aerate and enrich the consistency further.
Notes
Use high-quality unsalted butter for best flavor. Adjust liquid in 1–2 tablespoon increments if needed. If no mixer is available, whisk manually for 5–7 minutes; add additional liquid for easier mixing. Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. Frosting can be frozen for 3 months. Optional: add a splash of lemon extract or substitute with orange zest and juice for a twist.
- Prep Time: 15
- Category: Cake Recipes & Easy Baking Ideas
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Lacto-vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tablespoons of frosting
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 24g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 25mg