Lemon Whipped Cream Frosting
yield: 24 CUPCAKES
prep time: 20 MINUTES
Light and refreshing, this Lemon Whipped Cream Frosting recipe is the perfect addition to homemade lemon cupcakes.
INGREDIENTS:
- 24 lemon cupcakes, baked and cooled
- 2 cups heavy cream
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1 tsp lemon extract
- 1 lemon, zested
- 1 tsp instant clear jel
DIRECTIONS:
- In a large mixing bowl, beat heavy cream with a whisk (attached to a stand mixer or a handheld electric mixer) for 2-3 minutes until thickened. Slowly beat in the powdered sugar,lemon extract, lemon zest, and clear jel.
- Beat an additional 2-3 minutes until desired consistency.
- Frost cooled cupcakes and refrigerate for one hour. Serve cold and enjoy. Keep cupcakes in refrigerator for up to 3 days.
*I added 2 drops of yellow gel food coloring to my cupcakes to give them a bright color! This is optional.
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