Fluffy Orange and Browned Butter Icings
📜 Collection: John B. Collection | ✍️ Attribution: Unattributed | 📂 Category: Desserts A vintage duo of classic cake toppings featuring a bright, citrusy Fluffy Orange Icing and a rich, nutty Browned Butter Icing. Perfect for pairing with chiffon cakes, cupcakes, or traditional yellow cakes.
| Prep Time | Cook Time | Inactive / Chill Time | Yield / Servings |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 mins | 5 mins | None | 2 batches |
🔪 Key Equipment
- Hand mixer
- Mixing bowl
- Small saucepan
- Zester
Ingredients
Fluffy Orange Icing
| Measurements | Ingredients | Prep / Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 1 1/2 (3 oz) pkgs | Cream Cheese | softened |
| 2 1/2 cups | Confectioners’ Sugar | sifted |
| 2 | Oranges | grated rind of |
| A few drops | Orange Juice | as needed |
Browned Butter Icing
| Measurements | Ingredients | Prep / Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 1/4 cup | Butter | |
| 2 cups | Confectioners’ Sugar | sifted |
| 2 tbsp | Cream | |
| 1 tsp | Cooking Oil | |
| 1 1/2 tsp | Vanilla Extract | |
| 1 tbsp | Water | hot |
Instructions
Fluffy Orange Icing
- Cream the 1 1/2 (3 oz) packages cream cheese until light and fluffy.
- Gradually add the 2 1/2 cups sifted confectioners’ sugar and beat well until smooth.
- Stir in the grated rind of 2 oranges.
- If the icing is too thick, add a few drops of orange juice to reach a spreadable consistency.
Browned Butter Icing
- Melt 1/4 cup butter in a small saucepan, then keep over low heat until it turns a fragrant golden brown.
- Remove from heat and blend in 2 cups sifted confectioners’ sugar, 2 tbsp cream, 1 tsp cooking oil, and 1 1/2 tsp vanilla.
- Stir in 1 tbsp hot water.
- Stir vigorously until the mixture cools and reaches a spreadable consistency. If it becomes too thick to spread, warm slightly over hot water.
💡 Make-Ahead & Storage: Both icings can be made ahead and stored in airtight containers in the refrigerator for up to 3 days; bring to room temperature and stir well before using.
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