Real Simple Lemon Cream-cheese Frosting Recipe

Total time: 5 minutes

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Net Carbs are 13% of calories per serving, at 33g per serving. Although the amount is above what's considered keto-friendly, it shouldn't kick you out of ketosis.

How keto-friendly is Real Simple Lemon Cream-cheese Frosting? The Keto Friendliness Gauge visualizes how much this food conforms to the standard keto diet.

  • Green implies that Net Carbs fall within standard keto diet guidelines.
  • Yellow implies that Net Carbs are a little higher than standard keto diet guidelines.
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Keto & Health Insights for Real Simple Lemon Cream-cheese Frosting Recipe

  • Net Carbs are 13% of calories per serving, at 33g per serving. This food is a little higher than what's considered keto-friendly but it falls within a range that won't kick you out of ketosis. Take into account any foods you've already consumed. It's recommended that you track the macros of your daily food consumptions—this makes it easier to avoid overconsumption.

Real Simple Lemon Cream-cheese Frosting Recipe Nutrition Label

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 6 servings   ( 80 g )
Amount Per Serving
Calories: 249
Total Fat: 13g
Saturated Fat: 7g
Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g
Monounsaturated Fat: 3g
Trans Fat: 0g
Cholesterol: 42mg
Sodium: 139mg
Total Carbohydrates: 33g
Dietary Fiber: 0g
Sugar: 31g
Protein: 2g
Calcium: 40mg Iron: 0mg
Potassium: 69mg Vitamin A: 138mcg
Vitamin C: 6mg Vitamin D: 0mcg

Ingredients

  • 1 8-ounce package cream cheese, at room temperature
  • 1 1/2 cups confectioners' sugar
  • zest of 1 lemon, grated
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice

Instructions

Visit Real Simple's website to view the recipe instructions. (Via Edamam)