To prepare a tangy lemon cream cheese frosting recipe, first you'll need to prepare the ingredients. First, you will need the following ingredients: Cream cheese, powdered sugar, lemon zest, and vanilla extract. You will also need: 1 cup granulated sugar. 1 tablespoon lemon juice. 2 tablespoons confectioners' sugar (optional). 1 teaspoon lemon flavoring. Beat the butter and sugar with an electric mixer on medium speed until light and fluffy. Gradually add the egg yolks and beat until the mixture is stiff peaks. Add the vanilla and lemon extract, beating well after each addition. Scrape down the sides of the bowl to remove any clumps of frosting. Pour the frosting into the prepared pan and spread it evenly. Finished.