Orange Cream Frosting

Vegetarian
Gluten Free
Orange Cream Frosting
25 min.
10
261kcal

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Indulge your sweet tooth with a delightful twist on traditional frosting—our Orange Cream Frosting! Perfect for those who appreciate a burst of citrus flavor, this frosting is not only vegetarian and gluten-free but also incredibly easy to whip up in just 25 minutes. Whether you're decorating a cake, cupcakes, or cookies, this vibrant frosting will elevate your desserts to a whole new level.

Imagine the creamy texture of softened butter combined with the sweetness of confectioners' sugar, all enhanced by the zesty notes of fresh orange juice. The addition of light corn syrup gives it a smooth consistency that spreads effortlessly, while a hint of vanilla extract rounds out the flavor profile beautifully. With just a couple of drops of orange food coloring, you can achieve a stunning hue that will make your treats visually appealing as well.

This Orange Cream Frosting is not just a treat for the taste buds; it’s a feast for the eyes too! Perfect for birthday parties, holiday gatherings, or any celebration, this frosting will leave your guests raving about your baking skills. So, gather your ingredients and get ready to create a frosting that’s as delicious as it is beautiful. Your desserts deserve this citrusy delight!

Ingredients

  • 0.5 cup butter softened
  • 3.5 cups powdered sugar 
  • tablespoons plus light
  • drops orange food coloring 
  • tablespoons orange juice 
  • pinch salt 
  • teaspoons vanilla extract 

Equipment

  • bowl

Directions

  1. In a large bowl, beat softened butter, confectioners' sugar and salt until smooth.
  2. Add orange juice, corn syrup and vanilla. Beat until smooth and creamy. Tint with orange food coloring.

Nutrition Facts

Calories261kcal
Protein0.18%
Fat31.14%
Carbs68.68%

Properties

Glycemic Index
12.1
Glycemic Load
0.83
Inflammation Score
-1
Nutrition Score
0.67130434148661%

Flavonoids

Eriodictyol
0.01mg
Hesperetin
0.41mg
Naringenin
0.07mg
Quercetin
0.01mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:261.05kcal
13.05%
Fat:9.22g
14.19%
Saturated Fat:5.83g
36.47%
Carbohydrates:45.76g
15.25%
Net Carbohydrates:45.75g
16.64%
Sugar:44.85g
49.83%
Cholesterol:24.4mg
8.13%
Sodium:80.53mg
3.5%
Alcohol:0.28g
100%
Alcohol %:0.56%
100%
Protein:0.12g
0.24%
Vitamin A:290.44IU
5.81%
Vitamin C:1.7mg
2.06%
Vitamin E:0.26mg
1.76%
Source:Allrecipes