Chocolate Icing Recipe
Indulge in the luxurious taste of homemade chocolate icing that transforms any dessert into a masterpiece. This recipe is simple to prepare and delivers a velvety finish.
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Servings: 2 to 3 layers of cake or 24 cupcakes
Calories: 150kcal
Ingredients
- 1 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- ½ cup unsalted butter softened
- 1/3 cup milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine cocoa powder and powdered sugar.
- Add softened butter and mix until crumbly.
- Gradually pour in milk while mixing on low speed.
- Add vanilla extract and a pinch of salt.
- Increase speed to medium and blend until smooth and creamy.
- If the icing is too thick, add more milk, a tablespoon at a time.
- Taste and adjust sweetness by adding more powdered sugar if desired.
- Let the icing sit for a few minutes to thicken.
- Spread or pipe the icing onto your cooled cake or cupcakes.
Nutrition
Calories: 150kcal | Carbohydrates: 23g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 7g