This whipped cream frosting is DELICIOUS and easy to make! It pairs perfectly with my margarita cupcakes!
This is a taste as you go recipe as to how strong you prefer the lime to come through. I like it front and center!
Place mixing bowl in freezer to chill
2-4 teaspoons lime juice
1-2 teaspoons lime zest
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 cup COLD heavy whipping cream
1/4 cup powdered sugar
- Add cold heavy cream, lime juice, lime zest, vanilla and powdered sugar to chilled bowl.
- Beat on medium speed until incorporated
- Increase speed to medium high and beat until stiff peaks form.
- Check beaters for any “left behind” lime zest
- Add frosting to a pastry bag or spread by hand
NOTE: This frosting freezes well. You can either freeze the frosting in the piping bag separately and frost just before serving, or frost cupcakes or cake and then freeze. After completely frozen, store in a large ziploc bag, which is what I like to do. Take frozen cupcakes or cakes out of freezer to thaw 30 minutes before serving.
