Lemon Cream Cheese Frosting

Ingredients

• 8 oz cream cheese (softened)
• ½ cup unsalted butter (softened)
• 1 ½ Tablespoons lemon zest
• ⅛ teaspoon salt
• 4 cups powdered sugar
• 1 Tablespoon lemon juice
• ½ teaspoon vanilla extract

Steps

1. 1

   In a large mixing bowl, use an electric mixer to combine the cream cheese and butter and beat until smooth and creamy.

2. 2

   Add lemon zest and salt and beat to combine.

3. 3

   Gradually add powdered sugar while stirring on low speed until completely combined.

4. 4

   Add lemon juice and vanilla extract and stir to combine.

5. 5

   Use to decorate completely cooled cakes and cupcakes. If frosting is too soft to work with, just pop it in the fridge for 15-20 minutes, stir briefly and use.