Best 4 Lemonade Frosting Recipes

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Indulge in the captivating world of lemon-infused desserts with our curated collection of delectable lemonade frosting recipes. These tangy and refreshing frostings are the perfect complements to a variety of cakes, cupcakes, cookies, and more. Embark on a culinary journey as we explore the vibrant flavors of lemon zest and juice, artfully blended with creamy butter, sweet sugar, and a touch of tangy buttermilk. Discover the secrets to achieving the perfect consistency, from light and fluffy to rich and velvety, ensuring your baked treats become the stars of any occasion. Get ready to transform ordinary desserts into extraordinary culinary masterpieces with our tantalizing lemonade frosting recipes.

Here are our top 4 tried and tested recipes!

STRAWBERRY LEMONADE CAKE WITH FRESH STRAWBERRY BUTTERCREAM FROSTING



Strawberry Lemonade Cake with Fresh Strawberry Buttercream Frosting image

Strawberries and lemonade say 'summer', don't they? Combining these flavors in a cake makes a tangy, sweet dessert or snack. Garnish with additional fresh strawberries and lemon slices.

Provided by Bibi

Categories     Desserts     Fruit Dessert Recipes     Strawberry Dessert Recipes

Time 1h25m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 17

2 ½ cups cake flour
1 ½ cups white sugar
2 ½ teaspoons baking powder
½ teaspoon kosher salt
¾ cup frozen pink lemonade from concentrate, thawed
½ cup milk
4 large eggs, at room temperature
2 teaspoons strawberry extract
1 teaspoon lemon extract
2 drops red food coloring, or more as needed
12 tablespoons unsalted butter, at room temperature, cubed
8 large fresh strawberries, stemmed, or more as needed
10 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
1 pinch kosher salt
⅛ teaspoon strawberry extract, or to taste
1 (16 ounce) package confectioners' sugar
1 (10 ounce) jar lemon curd

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease and flour two 8-inch cake pans.
  • Place cake flour, sugar, baking powder, and 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt into the bowl of an electric mixer and stir to combine.
  • Stir lemonade concentrate, milk, eggs, 2 teaspoons strawberry extract, lemon extract, and food coloring together in a separate bowl.
  • Add 12 tablespoons cubed butter to the flour mixture, 2 to 3 pieces at a time, and mix on low speed until all butter is added and the mixture resembles coarse meal. Stop the mixer and scrape the sides and bottom of the bowl.
  • Resume mixing at medium speed; add 1/2 of the egg mixture slowly and mix, about 20 seconds. Scrape the sides and bottom of the bowl. Resume mixing at medium speed; add remaining egg mixture in 2 batches, about 20 seconds after each addition, scraping the sides and bottom of the bowl after each addition. Pour batter evenly into the prepared cake pans.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cakes comes out clean, 28 to 33 minutes.
  • Remove cakes from the oven and let cool on cooling racks for 10 minutes. Turn cake layers out onto the racks to cool completely, 15 to 30 minutes.
  • While cakes cool, place 8 strawberries into a small food processor or an electric blender. Blend to make 1/4 cup puree.
  • Place 10 tablespoons softened butter and a pinch of kosher salt into the bowl of an electric mixer and beat on medium speed until light and fluffy, about 2 minutes. Mix in 1/8 teaspoon strawberry extract. Gradually add about 1/3 of the confectioners' sugar to the butter while continuing to mix. Add 1/2 of the strawberry puree, scraping the sides and bottom of the bowl, and continue mixing.
  • Add the next 1/3 of the confectioners' sugar, scraping the sides and bottom of the bowl. Mix in remaining strawberry puree. Sprinkle in the remaining confectioners' sugar and mix until desired consistency is reached, adding more confectioners' sugar or strawberry puree as needed.
  • Place the cooled bottom cake layer on a serving plate and spread the top with lemon curd. Place the second layer on top of the first and frost with strawberry buttercream starting with the sides, then the top of the cake.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 655.1 calories, Carbohydrate 106.5 g, Cholesterol 136.3 mg, Fat 24.5 g, Fiber 0.8 g, Protein 5.2 g, SaturatedFat 14.6 g, Sodium 264.6 mg, Sugar 79.5 g

LEMONADE CUPCAKES WITH LEMON CREAM CHEESE FROSTING



Lemonade Cupcakes With Lemon Cream Cheese Frosting image

This is a Southern Living recipe that is great. These can also be made with different types of lemonade, such as pink or raspberry lemonade.

Provided by Sassy in da South

Categories     Dessert

Time 35m

Yield 24 cupcakes, 24 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 (6 ounce) can frozen lemonade concentrate, thawed
1 (18 1/4 ounce) box white cake mix
1 (8 ounce) carton sour cream
3 ounces cream cheese, softened
3 eggs
yellow food coloring (optional)
4 ounces cream cheese, softened
2 tablespoons butter, softened
1 1/2 teaspoons fresh lemon juice
1/2 grated lemon rind
1 cup sifted powdered sugar

Steps:

  • Cake: Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
  • Remove 2 tablespoons lemonade concentrate from can and discard or reserve for other use.
  • Combine remaining lemonade concentrate, cake mix, sour cream, cream cheese and eggs in large bowl.
  • Add food coloring (if desired) and mix thoroughly.
  • Beat with mixer until well blended.
  • Spoon batter into paper-lined muffin tins, filling 3/4 full.
  • Bake at 350 for 20 minutes or until cooked through.
  • Cool completely before frosting with Lemon Cream Cheese Frosting.
  • Frosting: In a large bowl, cream together all ingredients until thick, smooth, and spreadable; use immediately.
  • Store frosted goods covered in the refrigerator; bring to room temperature before serving.

LEMONADE BUTTER CREAM FROSTING



Lemonade Butter Cream Frosting image

I make this frosting to go with the Pink Lemonade Cake I also submitted. It is SO good. If you would like, you can also add a drop of red food coloring to add a pink hue to the frosting as well.

Provided by HillBillyFilly

Categories     Dessert

Time 10m

Yield 3-5 cups, 10-12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 4

1 1/2 cups butter, softened (3 sticks)
6 tablespoons frozen lemonade concentrate, thats been thawed
1 teaspoon lemon zest
6 cups powdered sugar

Steps:

  • In a large bowl beat butter, lemonade concentrate and zest at medium speed with a mixer until combined. Gradually add powdered sugar beating until smooth. If you would like, add a drop of red food coloring to make the frosting pink as well.

LEMONADE FROSTING



Lemonade Frosting image

Tangy lemonade flavored whipped cream frosting works very well with yellow or white cakes.

Provided by Mona

Categories     Desserts     Frostings and Icings     Lemon

Yield 16

Number Of Ingredients 3

2 cups heavy whipping cream
2 tablespoons white sugar
3 fluid ounces frozen pink lemonade concentrate, thawed

Steps:

  • In a large glass, metal , or ceramic bowl beat whipping cream, sugar, and pink lemonade until fluffy and peaks form. Use immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 121 calories, Carbohydrate 5.6 g, Cholesterol 40.8 mg, Fat 11 g, Protein 0.6 g, SaturatedFat 6.9 g, Sodium 11.6 mg, Sugar 4.4 g

Tips:

  • Chill your tools and ingredients: Cold temperatures help the frosting set up quickly and smoothly. Chill the mixing bowl, beaters, and lemonade before you start.
  • Use fresh lemons: Fresh lemon juice has a brighter, more vibrant flavor than bottled lemon juice. If you don't have fresh lemons, you can use bottled lemon juice, but be sure to use a good quality brand.
  • Add the lemonade gradually: Add the lemonade to the frosting mixture a little at a time, until you reach the desired consistency. This will help prevent the frosting from becoming too thin or runny.
  • Don't overbeat the frosting: Overbeating the frosting can make it grainy. Beat the frosting just until it is smooth and creamy.
  • Use the frosting immediately: Lemonade frosting is best used immediately after it is made. If you need to store the frosting, place it in an airtight container and refrigerate it for up to 3 days.

Conclusion:

Lemonade frosting is a delicious and refreshing way to top your favorite cakes, cupcakes, and cookies. It is easy to make and can be customized to your liking. With its bright citrus flavor, lemonade frosting is sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it.

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