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Lime Buttercream Frosting

Lime Buttercream Frosting

This Lime Buttercream Frosting is perfect for adding a zesty touch to your desserts.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Course Dessert
Servings 1 cup
Calories 70 kcal

Equipment

  • electric mixer

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup unsalted butter softened
  • 4 cups powdered sugar
  • ¼ cup fresh lime juice
  • 1 tablespoon lime zest
  • ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
  • ¼ teaspoon salt

Instructions
 

  • In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened butter with an electric mixer on medium speed until smooth and creamy.
  • Gradually add the powdered sugar one cup at a time, mixing until fluffy.
  • Incorporate the fresh lime juice, lime zest, vanilla extract, and salt; beat for 2-3 minutes until combined.
  • Adjust the consistency by adding more lime juice for thinning or more powdered sugar for thickening as needed.
  • Use immediately to frost your favorite treats.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 70kcalCarbohydrates: 8gFat: 5gSaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 15mgSugar: 10g
Keyword buttercream, cake, Dessert Topping, Frosting, lime, Lime Buttercream Frosting
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