Citrus Buttercream Frosting

Ingredients -

1 package Confectioners' Sugar (16 ounces)
1/2 cup Butter or Margarine (1 stick), softened
1-1/2 teaspoon Vanilla Extract
2 tablespoons Milk
2 tablespoons Fresh Lemon, Lime, or Orange Juice
1 teaspoon grated Fresh Lemon, Lime or Orange Peel

Preparation:

1. In large bowl, with mixer at medium-low speed, beat confectioners' sugar, butter, vanilla and 2 tablespoons milk until smooth and blended.

2. Add citrus juice and peel.

3. Increase speed to medium-high; beat until frosting is light and fluffy, occasionally scraping bowl with rubber spatula.

4. Beat in additional milk as needed for easy spreading consistency.

Cupcake Making Tips -

Confectioners' Sugar

Confectioners' sugar, also called powdered sugar is granulated sugar that has been pulverized and blended with a very small amount of cornstarch, which keeps it from clumping.

Cupcake Making Tips -

Citrus Oils

Citrus oils are made from the essential oils found in the skin of lemons, limes, oranges and tangerines. These high quality oils have a very intense flavor. They can be located in cookware and gourmet stores, and some supermarkets.

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