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Lemon Buttercream Frosting

Name: Lemon Buttercream Frosting
Prep time: 5 min
Total time: 5 min
Yield: 2
Ingredients: 1 cup (16 Tbsp; 226g) unsalted butter, softened to room temperature; 4 and 1/2 cups (540g) confectioners’ sugar; 2 and 1/2 Tablespoons fresh lemon juice; 2 Tablespoons heavy cream; 2 teaspoons lemon zest; pinch salt, to taste

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This tangy and creamy Lemon Buttercream Frosting is the perfect topping for your favorite cakes and cupcakes. Made with fresh lemon juice, zest, and a hint of salt, this frosting is a delightful balance of sweet and citrus flavors. Add a burst of lemony goodness to your baked goods with this recipe.

Lemon Buttercream Frosting

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Servings: 2

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1 cup (16 Tbsp; 226g) unsalted butter, softened to room temperature

4 and 1/2 cups (540g) confectioners’ sugar

2 and 1/2 Tablespoons fresh lemon juice

2 Tablespoons heavy cream

2 teaspoons lemon zest

pinch salt, to taste

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Calories

3,374kcal

168%
Fat

187g

9%
Saturated Fat

118g

5%
Carbohydrates

431g

21%
Fiber

0g

0%
Sugar

413g

20%
Protein

1g

0%
Cholesterol

495mg

24%
Sodium

26mg

1%

Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

Lemon Buttercream Frosting

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