Key Lime Buttercream Frosting

Key Lime Buttercream Frosting

Makes about 2 ¾ cups  |   Prep:10 min

(Double this recipe if you prefer lots of icing)

 

½ cup butter, softened

1 tsp vanilla extract

1/8 tsp salt

1 to 2 tsp. key lime zest

1 (16 oz) package powdered sugar

1 to 2 Tbsp. milk

3 Tbsp. Key lime juice

 

Preparation

1.     Beat first 4 ingredients at medium speed with an electric mixer until creamy. 

2.     Gradually add powdered sugar alternately with milk, 1 tbsp at a time, and key lime juice; beating at low speed until blended and smooth after each addition.