Lemon Cream Cheese Filling
A fluffy, zesty lemon cream cheese filling perfect for layered cakes and cupcakes.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: 8-10 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
- Zest of 1 lemon
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Creaming the Base: In a mixing bowl, beat the cream cheese and butter together until smooth and creamy.
- Sweetening the Mixture: Gradually add in the powdered sugar, continuing to mix until well combined.
- Adding the Zesty Flavor: Stir in the fresh lemon juice, lemon zest, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt.
- Final Mixing: Mix until the filling is smooth and spreadable.
- Usage & Storage: Use immediately or refrigerate until ready to use.
Notes
Store leftover filling in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. Whisk before using.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 13g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
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