Best 2 Veronicas Lemon Buttercream Frosting Recipes

Indulge in the delectable Veronica's Lemon Buttercream Frosting, a culinary masterpiece that transforms ordinary baked goods into extraordinary delights. This luscious frosting, with its velvety texture and symphony of flavors, will elevate your cakes, cupcakes, and cookies to new heights of deliciousness. Prepare to embark on a culinary journey as we reveal the secrets behind this exceptional frosting, providing you with two irresistible recipes: the Classic Lemon Buttercream Frosting and the tangy Lemon Curd Buttercream Frosting. Get ready to tantalize your taste buds and impress your loved ones with this delightful creation, perfect for any special occasion or everyday indulgence.

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VERONICA'S LEMON BUTTERCREAM FROSTING

Veronica's Lemon Buttercream Frosting image

This frosting is to die for if you love lemon! Perfect as the frosting on a white or lemon cake. I think I found this in Betty Croker's cookbook, but can't remember. VERY VERY LEMONY!

Provided by Trixyinaz

Categories Dessert

Time 10m

Yield 1 9x13 cake

Number Of Ingredients 4

Ingredients

1 1/4 cups butter or 1 1/4 cups margarine, softened
2 teaspoons grated lemons, rind of
3 tablespoons lemon juice
3 cups powdered sugar

Steps:

Beat butter, lemon peel and lemon juice in medium bowl on medium speed until smooth.
Gradually beat in powdered sugar.
Beat 2 to 3 minutes longer or until light and fluffy.
Note: This frosting is very lemony.
However, when eaten the next day, it isn't as lemony and still very good.
Will cover a 9 x 13 cake or bunt cake.

LEMON BUTTERCREAM FROSTING (FROM THE FAMOUS SPRINKLES CUPCAKES)

Lemon Buttercream Frosting (From the Famous Sprinkles Cupcakes) image

I got this from my sister, who got it off the box of a Sprinkles Cupcake mix. She said it was to die for. Sprinkles is a famous bakery in CA, and was featured on Oprah.

Provided by C. Taylor

Categories Dessert

Time 10m

Yield 12 cupcakes

Number Of Ingredients 5

Ingredients

1 cup butter, softened
3 3/4 cups confectioners' sugar
1 lemon, juice and zest of
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/8 teaspoon salt

Steps:

Combine butter, sugar and salt and beat till well combined.
Add lemon juice,zest and vanilla and continue to beat for another 3 to 5 minute or until creamy.

Tips:

For a lighter and fluffier frosting, whip the egg whites and sugar separately until stiff peaks form before combining.
If you don't have an electric mixer, you can whisk the frosting by hand. Just be sure to whisk vigorously until the frosting is light and fluffy.
To make a chocolate buttercream frosting, add 1/2 cup of cocoa powder to the frosting recipe.
For a vanilla buttercream frosting, add 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract to the frosting recipe.
To make a strawberry buttercream frosting, add 1/2 cup of strawberry puree to the frosting recipe.
You can also add other flavors to the frosting, such as almond extract, orange zest, or peppermint extract.
Buttercream frosting is best used immediately after it is made. However, you can store it in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
When you're ready to use the frosting, let it come to room temperature for about 30 minutes before spreading it on your cake or cupcakes.

Conclusion:

Veronica's Lemon Buttercream Frosting is a delicious and versatile frosting that can be used to decorate cakes, cupcakes, and other desserts. With its smooth and creamy texture, and its bright and tangy lemon flavor, this frosting is sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it. So next time you're looking for a frosting that is both delicious and easy to make, give Veronica's Lemon Buttercream Frosting a try. You won't be disappointed!