Lemon Icing

Lemon Icing
  • PREP TIME
    5 mins
  • COOK TIME
    0 mins
  • TOTAL TIME
    5 mins
  • SERVING
    12 People
  • VIEWS
    1.2K

Elevate your desserts with this luscious lemon icing, a quick and simple way to add a bright, citrusy finish to cakes, cookies, and more. Its smooth, velvety texture and tangy flavor will leave everyone wanting another bite.

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Nutrition

  • Carbohydrate
    32 g
  • Cholesterol
    20 mg
  • Protein
    0 g
  • Saturated Fat
    5 g
  • Sodium
    55 mg
  • Sugar
    31 g
  • Fat
    8 g
  • Unsaturated Fat
    0 g

DIRECTIONS

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Recipe View 5 mins Gather all ingredients, ensuring the butter is properly softened. (5 minutes)

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02 Step

Recipe View 2 mins In a large mixing bowl, combine the softened butter, lemon juice, and vanilla extract. (2 minutes)

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Recipe View 3 mins Gradually add the sifted confectioners' sugar to the bowl, mixing on low speed until it begins to incorporate. (3 minutes)

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Recipe View 3 mins Increase the mixer speed to medium and beat until the icing is light, fluffy, and smooth, about 2-3 minutes. (3 minutes)

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Recipe View 2 mins If the icing is too thick, add more lemon juice, 1 teaspoon at a time, until you reach the desired consistency. If it is too thin, add more confectioners' sugar, 1 tablespoon at a time. (2 minutes)

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Recipe View Use immediately or store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Allow to come to room temperature before using.

For an extra burst of lemon flavor, add 1 teaspoon of lemon zest to the icing.
Sifting the confectioners' sugar ensures a smooth, lump-free icing.
If you don't have fresh lemon juice, bottled lemon juice can be used, but the flavor will be slightly different.
For a vegan version, substitute the butter with vegan butter.

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RECIPE REVIEWS

Avarage Rating: 4.5/ 5 ( 393 Ratings)
Total Reviews: (4)
  • Chyna Robel

    This icing was so easy to make and tasted amazing on my lemon poppy seed muffins!

  • Jimmie Marvin

    I added a little bit of lemon zest for an extra zing, and it was perfect!

  • Garret Wuckert

    I found that I needed a bit more lemon juice to get the right consistency, but overall, a fantastic recipe!

  • Jada Mohr

    My kids loved this icing on their sugar cookies. It's not too sweet, which is great.

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