Lemon Cream Cheese Cake Filling
A zesty Lemon Cream Cheese Cake Filling that brings sunshine to your desserts with its creamy texture and vibrant lemon flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: 12 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon lemon zest
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 cup heavy cream (optional, for added richness)
Instructions
- Beat the cream cheese in a mixing bowl until smooth.
- Mix in the powdered sugar until well combined.
- Add the fresh lemon juice, lemon zest, and vanilla extract until smooth and creamy.
- Whip the heavy cream until soft peaks form (optional).
- Fold the whipped cream into the lemon mixture gently.
- Use this filling to layer between cakes, fill cupcakes, or spread on desserts.
Notes
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. Can also be frozen in an airtight container.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg