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Delicious Lemon Cream Cheese Frosting Recipe

Lemon Cream Cheese Frosting

This Lemon Cream Cheese Frosting is bright, creamy, and oh-so-easy to whip up. Perfect for cakes, cupcakes, or even cookies, this frosting is sure to make any dessert memorable.
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Course: Dessert
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Lemon Cream Cheese Frosting
  • 8 oz cream cheese softened
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter softened
  • 4 cups powdered sugar
  • 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
  • 1 lemon zest of 1 lemon
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 pinch salt to balance sweetness

Equipment

  • Large Mixing Bowl

Method
 

  1. Step 1: In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese and unsalted butter together until smooth and creamy. This step is crucial for a fluffy frosting!
  2. Step 2: Gradually add the powdered sugar, mixing on low speed until incorporated. Once it's combined, increase the speed to medium and beat until fluffy.
  3. Step 3: Add the fresh lemon juice, lemon zest, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt. Mix until everything is fully combined and smooth.
  4. Step 4: Taste the frosting and adjust the lemon juice or zest if you desire a stronger lemon flavor. Add more zest for that extra zing!
  5. Step 5: Use immediately to frost cakes, cupcakes, or cookies. If you have leftovers, store it in the refrigerator in an airtight container for up to a week.

Notes

This frosting is perfect for layer cakes or as a filling for cupcakes. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a week.