Best Lemon Buttercream Icing. Add lemon juice and zest. The secret to perfect lemon frosting is fresh lemons.

2 Gradually add powdered sugar one cup at a time beating well on medium speed. The other day while making some Cupcake frosting the idea of Lemon Buttercream Frosting crossed my mind. In a large bowl cream shortening and butter with an electric mixer until light and fluffy.
The secret to perfect lemon frosting is fresh lemons.
In a large bowl cream shortening and butter with an electric mixer until light and fluffy. Just mix together butter powdered sugar lemon juice and grated lemon peel for an ultra-creamy tart and tangy best-you-ever-had lemon buttercream frosting. This cupcake is a refreshing hit. Lemon Buttercream Frosting is a creamy frosting with citrus-y taste thatll remind you of the summers.