Enjoy the delightful combination of tangy lemon and rich cream cheese with this luscious frosting. Perfect for cakes, cupcakes, or as a filling for pastries, this recipe is easy to make and will surely impress your guests. The fresh citrus flavor of the lemon combined with the creamy sweetness of the cream cheese creates a harmonious balance that will leave you craving for more. Whip up a batch of this tangy lemon cream cheese frosting and elevate your desserts to a whole new level!
Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 4 cups powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 tablespoons lemon zest
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
Directions
- In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened butter and cream cheese until smooth and creamy.
- Gradually add the powdered sugar, one cup at a time, while continuing to beat the mixture.
- Add the vanilla extract, lemon zest, and fresh lemon juice to the bowl.
- Beat the mixture on medium-high speed for 2-3 minutes, or until the frosting is light and fluffy.
- Adjust the consistency of the frosting by adding more powdered sugar or lemon juice as needed.
- Once the desired consistency is achieved, the tangy lemon cream cheese frosting is ready to use.