Description
Lime Buttercream Frosting is a luscious, tangy, and sweet frosting bursting with fresh lime flavor. Made with simple ingredients like unsalted butter, powdered sugar, fresh lime juice, and zest, this creamy frosting is perfect for enhancing cakes and cupcakes with a zesty twist. It whips up in just 10 minutes, creating a light, fluffy, and smooth texture that complements a variety of baked treats.
Ingredients
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Frosting Ingredients
- 2 cups unsalted butter, room temperature
- 5 cups powdered sugar
- 1 tsp lime zest (approximately 1 to 2 limes)
- 1/4 cup lime juice, freshly squeezed (about 3 to 4 limes)
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 2 tbsp heavy cream
Instructions
- Whip Butter: Add room temperature unsalted butter to a large mixing bowl or stand mixer fitted with a whisk or paddle attachment. Whip on medium-high speed for 5 minutes, scraping down the sides occasionally, until the butter becomes light, fluffy, and pale in color.
- Add Powdered Sugar: Add half of the powdered sugar and mix on the lowest speed setting until fully combined. Then add the remaining powdered sugar and continue mixing on low speed until fully incorporated into the butter.
- Incorporate Lime and Salt: Add the lime zest, freshly squeezed lime juice, and salt to the mixture. Mix on low speed until all ingredients are evenly blended.
- Add Heavy Cream: Slowly drizzle in the heavy cream while mixing on low speed. Scrape the sides of the bowl occasionally to ensure the frosting mixes evenly and smoothly.
- Final Whip: After all ingredients are combined, increase the mixer speed to medium-high and whip the frosting for an additional 3 minutes until it is smooth, fluffy, and creamy.
Notes
- This lime buttercream frosting uses just six simple ingredients and comes together in about 10 minutes.
- It offers a perfect balance of sweet and tangy flavors with a bright citrus kick from fresh lime.
- The frosting is ideal for decorating cakes, cupcakes, and other baked goods, making them fresh and lively.
- Ensure the butter is softened to room temperature for best whipping results.
- Adjust lime juice amount slightly if you prefer a more or less tangy frosting.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tablespoons
- Calories: 140
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 0.1g
- Protein: 0.1g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
