Creamy Orange Frosting
Elevate your baked creations with this luscious and vibrant Creamy Orange Frosting, a perfect blend of citrusy sweetness and velvety texture. Made with real orange zest and freshly squeezed orange juice, this frosting bursts with refreshing flavor while maintaining an ultra-smooth consistency from whipped butter and powdered sugar. A touch of vanilla extract enhances its richness, while a pinch of salt balances the sweetness for a perfectly rounded taste. Ready in just 10 minutes, this versatile frosting is ideal for cakes, cupcakes, or cookies, adding a bright and tangy twist to any dessert. Whether you’re looking to top a classic vanilla cake or complement a chocolate treat, this easy-to-make orange frosting is guaranteed to impress!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup Unsalted butter
- 4 cups Powdered sugar
- 1 tablespoon Orange zest
- 3 tablespoons Freshly squeezed orange juice
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 1 pinch Salt
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, use an electric hand mixer or stand mixer with a paddle attachment to beat the unsalted butter on medium speed until it becomes light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.
Gradually add the powdered sugar, one cup at a time, beating on low speed after each addition to avoid a powdered sugar cloud. Once incorporated, increase the speed to medium and continue to mix until smooth.
Add the orange zest, freshly squeezed orange juice, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt. Beat on medium speed for 2-3 minutes until fully combined and the frosting is creamy and spreadable.
If the frosting is too thick, add orange juice 1 teaspoon at a time until the desired consistency is reached. If it is too thin, add more powdered sugar 1/4 cup at a time.
Spread or pipe the frosting onto your desired baked goods. Leftover frosting can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week. Let it come to room temperature and rewhip before using.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2725 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 96.3 g | 123% | |
| Saturated Fat | 56.0 g | 280% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 248 mg | 83% | |
| Sodium | 166 mg | 7% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 486.9 g | 177% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.6 g | 6% | |
| Total Sugars | 474.4 g | ||
| Protein | 1.4 g | 3% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 44 mg | 3% | |
| Iron | 0.6 mg | 3% | |
| Potassium | 164 mg | 3% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
