"This lemon Swiss meringue buttercream is made with fluffy, whipped meringue and has the perfect balance of bright citrus flavor & sweetness!..."
INGREDIENTS
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8 large egg whites (240g)
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2 1/2 cups granulated sugar (500g)
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2 cups unsalted butter, room temperature (452g or a 1 lb. box)
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Zest of 2 large lemons
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1/4 cup fresh lemon juice or the juice of 1 large lemon (60g)
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2 tsp vanilla extract (8g)
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2 tsp lemon extract (8g)
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1/2 tsp fine salt (3g)
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yellow gel food coloring - optional