Lime Buttercream Frosting

Lime Buttercream Frosting

Tangy, citrus-bright buttercream with a silky finish for cakes and cupcakes.

Total 15 min Makes 48 oz Calories 195/serving

Dietary

Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Wheat free, Nut free, Halal, Kosher

Allergens

Dairy

This buttercream balances sweet and tart with fresh lime juice and zest beaten into a fluffy butter base. It pipes cleanly and holds its shape, making it suitable for layer cakes, cupcakes, or sugar cookies. The bright citrus flavor pairs well with coconut, vanilla, or berry desserts.

Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 cups unsalted butter, softened
  • 6 cups powdered sugar, sifted
  • 3 tablespoons fresh lime juice
  • 1 tablespoon lime zest, finely grated
  • 2 tablespoons heavy cream
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1 drop green food coloring (optional)

Method

  1. In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened butter on medium speed until smooth and creamy, about 2 minutes.

  2. Add the powdered sugar one cup at a time, beating on low speed after each addition until fully incorporated.

  3. Add the lime juice, lime zest, salt, and heavy cream, then beat on medium-high speed until light and fluffy, about 3 minutes.

  4. If a brighter green color is desired, add a drop of green food coloring and beat until evenly blended.

  5. Check the consistency; if too thick, add more cream a teaspoon at a time, or if too thin, add more powdered sugar a tablespoon at a time until spreadable or pipeable.

  6. Use immediately to frost cooled cakes or cupcakes, or cover tightly and refrigerate until ready to use.

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    Lime Buttercream Frosting

    This buttercream balances sweet and tart with fresh lime juice and zest beaten into a fluffy butter base. It pipes cleanly and holds its shape, making it suitable for layer cakes, cupcakes, or sugar cookies. The bright citrus flavor pairs well with coconut, vanilla, or berry desserts.

    15 min 48 oz 195 cal

    Ingredients

    • 1 1/2 cups unsalted butter, softened
    • 6 cups powdered sugar, sifted
    • 3 tablespoons fresh lime juice
    • 1 tablespoon lime zest, finely grated
    • 2 tablespoons heavy cream
    • 1/4 teaspoon salt
    • 1 drop green food coloring (optional)

    Method

    1. 1

      In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened butter on medium speed until smooth and creamy, about 2 minutes.

    2. 2

      Add the powdered sugar one cup at a time, beating on low speed after each addition until fully incorporated.

    3. 3

      Add the lime juice, lime zest, salt, and heavy cream, then beat on medium-high speed until light and fluffy, about 3 minutes.

    4. 4

      If a brighter green color is desired, add a drop of green food coloring and beat until evenly blended.

    5. 5

      Check the consistency; if too thick, add more cream a teaspoon at a time, or if too thin, add more powdered sugar a tablespoon at a time until spreadable or pipeable.

    6. 6

      Use immediately to frost cooled cakes or cupcakes, or cover tightly and refrigerate until ready to use.