Chocolate Buttercream Frosting
Indulge in the rich, velvety goodness of chocolate buttercream frosting. This heavenly frosting is perfect for cakes, cupcakes, or even straight from the bowl!
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Servings: 12 servings
Calories: 100kcal
Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter softened
- 3 cups powdered sugar
- ½ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 3-4 tablespoons milk or heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Start by softening 1 cup of unsalted butter at room temperature.
- In a mixing bowl, beat the butter until creamy and smooth.
- Add 3 cups of powdered sugar gradually, mixing well.
- Incorporate ½ cup of unsweetened cocoa powder for rich chocolate flavor.
- Pour in 3-4 tablespoons of milk or heavy cream to adjust consistency.
- Add 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract for enhanced flavor.
- Beat the mixture on medium speed until fluffy and well combined.
- Taste and adjust sweetness by adding more powdered sugar if needed.
- Once desired consistency is achieved, stop mixing.
- Use immediately or store in the refrigerator until ready to use.
Nutrition
Calories: 100kcal | Carbohydrates: 10g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 8g