Description
Lime Buttercream Frosting is a vibrant and creamy topping that adds a refreshing zing to any dessert. Made with fresh lime juice and zest, this frosting elevates cakes, cupcakes, and cookies with its zesty flavor profile. Perfect for celebrations or casual gatherings, it’s easy to whip up and will leave your taste buds dancing with delight. Whether you’re decorating a layered cake or simply frosting some cookies, this luscious lime buttercream will bring a burst of brightness to your baked goods.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 4 cups powdered sugar
- 1/4 cup fresh lime juice
- 1 tablespoon lime zest
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened butter with an electric mixer on medium speed until smooth and creamy.
- Gradually add the powdered sugar one cup at a time, mixing until fluffy.
- Incorporate the fresh lime juice, lime zest, vanilla extract, and salt; beat for 2-3 minutes until combined.
- Adjust the consistency by adding more lime juice for thinning or more powdered sugar for thickening as needed.
- Use immediately to frost your favorite treats.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: N/A
- Cuisine: N/A
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 70
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 15mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: <1g
- Cholesterol: 15mg