Description
A creamy, zesty topping perfect for cakes and cupcakes with a refreshing lemon flavor.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 2 cups whole milk
- 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup fresh lemon juice
Instructions
- In a medium saucepan, combine the milk and granulated sugar. Heat over medium heat, stirring constantly until the sugar dissolves completely.
- Once the mixture is warm, whisk in the flour to create a smooth paste. Keep stirring for about 5 minutes until the mixture thickens.
- Remove the saucepan from heat and let the mixture cool completely.
- In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened butter until it’s light and fluffy.
- Gradually add the cooled milk mixture to the butter, mixing well after each addition.
- Stir in the vanilla extract and fresh lemon juice until fully incorporated.
- Continue to beat the frosting until it is fluffy and smooth.
Notes
For best consistency, ensure all ingredients are at room temperature. If too runny, add more flour to thicken. For stronger lemon flavor, add lemon zest.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Frosting
- Method: Whipping
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 500
- Sugar: 60g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 65g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
Keywords: frosting, lemon, cake topping, cupcakes