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The Best Lemon Buttercream Recipe

The Best Lemon Buttercream Recipe

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Indulge in the delightful zing of lemon with this amazing Lemon Buttercream recipe. Perfect for cakes, cupcakes, or pastries, this creamy and citrusy buttercream will elevate your baked goods to a whole new level.

Ingredients

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For the Buttercream:

  • 2 cups unsalted butter, softened
  • 3 cups confectioner’s sugar
  • 1 tsp lemon extract
  • 2 tsp citric acid
  • lemon zest from 1 to 2 lemons
  • yellow food color

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Buttercream: Soften the unsalted butter at room temperature until slightly soft. Whisk the butter in a mixer bowl until fluffy and pale in color.
  2. Whisk in Sugar: Add confectioner’s sugar gradually, whisking until fluffy.
  3. Add Flavorings: Incorporate lemon extract, citric acid, lemon zest, and food coloring into the buttercream and whisk until well combined.
  4. Final Touch: Use the buttercream to frost cakes, cupcakes, or fill pastries. Store in the refrigerator if not using immediately.

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Keywords: Lemon Buttercream, Frosting, Citrus Dessert, Lemon Frosting