Best Very Lemony Frosting Recipes

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THE BEST LEMON BUTTERCREAM FROSTING



The Best Lemon Buttercream Frosting image

Classic Buttercream Frosting flavored with fresh lemons makes this Best Lemon Buttercream Frosting one of those go-to frostings that will always be a hit.

Provided by Two Sisters Crafting

Categories     Frosting

Time 10m

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 cup Butter - Softened (we used Salted Sweet Cream Butter)
5 cups of Powdered Sugar
1 tablespoon of Lemon Zest
1/4 cup of freshly squeezed Lemon Juice
Wilton Color Right Food Coloring System - Yellow
Decorating Bags
Wilton 2D Decorating Tip
Mixer
Zester/Rasp

Steps:

  • In a mixer, add the butter and the lemon juice.
  • Cream together on low speed until they are completely combined.
  • Add the powdered sugar one cup at a time and continue to beat on medium speed until the frosting is creamy.
  • Add the lemon zest and 1 small drop of yellow food coloring (if desired)
  • Continue to mix.
  • If the frosting is too runny, add 1/2 cup additional powdered sugar. Keep adding powdered sugar 1/2 cup at a time until you have the frosting at the desired consistency.

LEMON BUTTERCREAM FROSTING



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Lemon buttercream frosting is tangy, sweet, and creamy. It tastes delicious on everything and is so easy to make!

Provided by Sally

Categories     Frosting

Time 5m

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 cup (2 sticks; 230g) unsalted butter, softened to room temperature
4 and 1/2 cups (540g) confectioners' sugar
2 and 1/2 Tablespoons fresh lemon juice
2 Tablespoons heavy cream
2 teaspoons lemon zest
pinch salt, to taste

Steps:

  • With a handheld or stand mixer fitted with a paddle or whisk attachment, beat the butter on medium speed until creamy - about 2 minutes. Add confectioners' sugar, lemon juice, heavy cream, and zest with the mixer running on low. Increase to high speed and beat for 3 full minutes. Taste and add salt as needed. Add up to 1/2 cup more confectioners' sugar if frosting is too thin or another Tablespoon of cream if frosting is too thick.
  • Cover tightly and store for up to 1 week in the refrigerator or up to 3 months in the freezer. After freezing or refrigerating, thaw in the refrigerator, bring to room temperature then beat the frosting for a few seconds so it's creamy again. You may need to add a little milk or heavy cream if it's still too stiff.

LEMON BUTTERCREAM FROSTING



Lemon Buttercream Frosting image

The secret to perfecting every dessert you make this season? This homemade lemon buttercream frosting. Layer cakes, cookies, cupcakes-you name it, chances are it's going to taste better with a little bit of this citrusy frosting on top. The best part is that it's super easy to make, and you only need four ingredients to get started. Just mix together butter, powdered sugar, lemon juice and grated lemon peel for an ultra-creamy, tart and tangy, best-you-ever-had lemon buttercream frosting.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Dessert

Time 10m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 4

3 cups powdered sugar
1/3 cups butter or margarine, softened
3 tablespoons lemon juice
1/2 teaspoon grated lemon peel

Steps:

  • Beat butter, lemon peel and lemon juice in medium bowl with electric mixer on medium speed 30 seconds. Gradually beat in powdered sugar. Beat 2 to minutes longer or until light and fluffy.

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 Serving

LUSCIOUS LEMON FROSTING



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Make and share this Luscious Lemon Frosting recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Poppy

Categories     Dessert

Time 10m

Yield 2 layers

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 teaspoon fresh lemon rind, grated
3 tablespoons butter
3 cups confectioners' sugar, sifted
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1 tablespoon water
1 dash salt

Steps:

  • Add lemon rind to butter; cream well.
  • Add part of sugar gradually, blending after each addition.
  • Combine lemon juice and water; add to creamed mixture, alternately with remaining sugar, until of right consistency to spread.
  • Beat after each addition until smooth.
  • Add salt.
  • Makes enough frosting to cover tops and sides of two 9-inch layers, or to cover the top and sides of golden sponge loaf.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 856.8, Fat 17.3, SaturatedFat 10.9, Cholesterol 45.8, Sodium 233.6, Carbohydrate 180.8, Fiber 0.1, Sugar 176.5, Protein 0.2

VERY LEMONY FROSTING



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Make and share this Very Lemony Frosting recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Miss Diggy

Categories     Dessert

Time 5m

Yield 1 9x13 cake, 15-24 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 4

2 cups powdered sugar
1/4 cup butter, softened
3 tablespoons lemon juice
milk (if needed, for thining)

Steps:

  • Mix all together.
  • Spread on cake.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 90, Fat 3.1, SaturatedFat 1.9, Cholesterol 8.1, Sodium 27.4, Carbohydrate 16.2, Sugar 15.7

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