Fresh Lemon Buttercream Frosting Recipe Recipes Net

Ingredients

2lemons

¾cupbutter

¼cupshortening

3cupspowdered sugar

½tsplemon extract,optional

Zest both lemons, then set the zests aside.

Juice one of the lemons to make 2 tablespoons of juice. Reserve the remaining lemons for another use.

Cream the butter and shortening in a bowl with a mixer on medium until light and fluffy. Add the lemon zest, juice, and extract. Mix well.

Add the powdered sugar ½ cup at a time, then beat until light and fluffy.

Serve over cupcakes, cakes, and other desserts, and enjoy!