Lemon Buttercream Frosting

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.

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Lemon Buttercream Frosting
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.
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3858 calories
548 g
529 g
195 g
3 g
123 g
897 g
202 g
531 g
7 g
58 g
Nutrition Facts
Serving Size
897g
Amount Per Serving
Calories 3858
Calories from Fat 1718
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 195g
301%
Saturated Fat 123g
617%
Trans Fat 7g
Polyunsaturated Fat 7g
Monounsaturated Fat 51g
Cholesterol 529mg
176%
Sodium 202mg
8%
Total Carbohydrates 548g
183%
Dietary Fiber 2g
9%
Sugars 531g
Protein 3g
Vitamin A
123%
Vitamin C
76%
Calcium
10%
Iron
4%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your Daily Values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
What you need
  1. 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter
  2. 4 1/2 cups confectioners sugar
  3. 2 1/2 Tablespoons fresh lemon juice
  4. 2 Tablespoons heavy cream
  5. 2 teaspoons lemon zest
  6. pinch salt, to taste
Tools you'll need
  1. hand or standing mixer
  2. large bowl
  3. spatula
What you do
  1. With a mixer, beat the butter on medium speed for about 2 minutes until creamy.
  2. On low, add confectioners sugar, lemon juice, heavy cream, and zest.
  3. Increase to high speed and beat for 3 full minutes.
  4. Taste and add salt as needed.
  5. Add up to 1/2 cup more confectioners' sugar if frosting is too thin or another tablespoon of cream if frosting is too thick.
  6. Cover tightly and store for up to 1 week in the refrigerator.
Beta Nutrition
calories
3858
fat
195g
protein
3g
carbs
548g
Full Info.
Adapted from Sally's Baking Addiction
Jessy + Melissa https://www.jessyandmelissa.com/