Lemon Curd Buttercream
This luscious lemon curd buttercream is perfect for cakes, cupcakes, and more, bringing a refreshing twist to traditional frosting.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: Sufficient for 2-3 dozen cupcakes or one large cake 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 4 cups powdered sugar
- 1/2 cup lemon curd
- 2 tablespoons heavy cream or milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Creaming the Butter: In a large bowl, beat the softened butter until creamy.
- Sweetening Things Up: Gradually add the powdered sugar, mixing well after each addition.
- Flavoring with Lemon Curd: Mix in the lemon curd, heavy cream, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt until smooth and fluffy.
- Adjusting the Texture: If needed, adjust the texture with more cream.
- Frosting Time!: Use immediately for filling or frosting cakes and cupcakes.
Notes
Ensure your butter is at room temperature for the smoothest texture. You can store any leftovers in the fridge for up to a week or freeze for up to three months.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 19g
- Sodium: 15mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0.5g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
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