Cream Cheese Icing W Orange Zest Recipe

Elevate your banana bread game! This zesty cream cheese icing is the perfect topping for mini banana cupcakes. Inspired by Ann Hodgman's "Beat This" cookbook, this recipe transforms her classic banana bread into adorable, perfectly-sized cupcakes. Bake them in just 20 minutes and frost with this dreamy, citrusy icing for a delightful treat. Perfect for parties, bake sales, or an afternoon pick-me-up!

Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 10 mins
Calories 160.7 kcal
Protein 0g
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How to Make Cream Cheese Icing W Orange Zest

  1. In a medium bowl, beat the cream cheese until smooth and creamy.
  2. Gradually add the powdered sugar, beating until combined.
  3. Add the butter, one tablespoon at a time, beating until light and fluffy.
  4. Stir in the orange zest and vanilla extract until well incorporated.
  5. Frost your cooled banana cupcakes generously with the cream cheese icing.
  6. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the icing to set before serving. Enjoy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

4 g

Sugar

111g

Fat

15g

Carbs

9g

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Cream Cheese Icing W Orange Zest?

Cream Cheese Icing W Orange Zest takes about 20 minutes from start to finish — roughly 10 minutes to prepare and 10 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Cream Cheese Icing W Orange Zest?

Cream Cheese Icing W Orange Zest has approximately 160.7 calories per serving, with about 0 g protein, 9 g carbohydrates and 8 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Cream Cheese Icing W Orange Zest?

The key ingredients for Cream Cheese Icing W Orange Zest are Cream Cheese, Unsalted Butter, Powdered Sugar, Orange Zest, Salt, Vanilla. See the full list with measurements above.

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