Orange Creamsicle Buttercream Frosting
A vibrant and fluffy frosting that combines creamy vanilla and zesty orange flavors, perfect for cakes and cupcakes.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: Enough to frost 2-3 layered cakes or 24 cupcakes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 4 cups powdered sugar
- 1/4 cup fresh orange juice
- 1 tablespoon orange zest
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Creaming the Butter: In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened butter on medium speed until creamy.
- Sweetening the Mix: Gradually add the powdered sugar, mixing on low speed until combined.
- Adding the Zesty Elements: Add the fresh orange juice, orange zest, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt.
- Whipping it Up: Beat on high speed for about 3-4 minutes until the frosting is smooth and fluffy.
- Frosting Time!: Use immediately to frost cakes or cupcakes, or store in an airtight container in the refrigerator.
Notes
Ensure butter is at room temperature for best consistency. Use fresh orange juice and zest for optimal flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 28g
- Sodium: 5mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 30mg