Lemon Cream Cheese Filling
A creamy and tangy Lemon Cream Cheese Filling that’s perfect for desserts, adding a burst of flavor to cakes and cupcakes.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: 2 cups 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1/4 cup lemon juice
- 1 tsp lemon zest
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup heavy cream (optional, for whipped texture)
Instructions
- Beat the softened cream cheese until smooth.
- Gradually add powdered sugar, beating until well combined.
- Stir in lemon juice, lemon zest, and vanilla extract until smooth.
- Optional: In a separate bowl, whip the heavy cream until soft peaks form, then fold it into the cream cheese mixture for a lighter texture.
- Use the filling to layer in your cakes or as frosting for cupcakes.
Notes
Store any leftover filling in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 3 to 5 days. Stir well before use.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
Find it online: https://recypez.com/lemon-cream-cheese-filling/