Description
Orange Creamsicle Buttercream is a light, citrusy frosting that captures the nostalgic taste of an orange creamsicle — sweet, creamy, and bursting with fresh orange flavor. Perfect for cupcakes, cakes, or sandwich cookies!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened
- 4 cups confectioners’ sugar, sifted
- 3 tablespoons fresh orange juice
- 1 tablespoon orange zest
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2–3 tablespoons heavy cream or milk (as needed for consistency)
- Pinch of salt
- Orange food coloring (optional)
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened butter on medium speed until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.
- Gradually add sifted confectioners’ sugar, one cup at a time, mixing on low until incorporated.
- Add fresh orange juice, orange zest, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt.
- Beat on medium-high speed for 3-4 minutes until smooth, light, and fluffy.
- If needed, add heavy cream or milk one tablespoon at a time until desired consistency is reached.
- Add a drop of orange food coloring for a vibrant creamsicle hue, if desired.
- Use immediately to frost cooled cupcakes, cakes, or cookies.
Notes
- Use blood orange juice for a deeper, slightly berry-like citrus flavor.
- Add a splash of orange extract for extra boldness.
- Swirl with vanilla buttercream for a true creamsicle look.
- Top with fresh orange zest curls for a pretty finish.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: undefined
- Category: Frosting
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tablespoons
- Calories: 130
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 10mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 19g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 20mg