Chocolate Broiler Cake Frosting
Indulge your sweet tooth with this irresistibly rich and glossy Chocolate Broiler Cake Frosting, a decadent topping that transforms any cake into a showstopper. This quick and easy recipe combines pantry staples like unsalted butter, cocoa powder, and powdered sugar for a velvety, chocolatey finish that sets with a stunning sheen under the broiler. The high-heat technique enhances the frosting’s texture, creating a slightly caramelized outer layer while maintaining its creamy center. Perfect for chocolate lovers, this 15-minute frosting is ideal for spreading over your favorite cake, whether homemade or store-bought. With its bold flavor and effortless preparation, it’s the ultimate way to elevate your dessert game!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 tablespoons Unsalted butter
- 1 cup Granulated sugar
- 3 tablespoons Whole milk
- 2 tablespoons Unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 1 pinch Salt
- 1 cup Powdered sugar
Instructions
Set your oven broiler to high and preheat for 5 minutes. Adjust the oven rack so it is about 6 inches from the broiler element.
In a medium saucepan over low heat, melt the unsalted butter until fully liquid.
Add the granulated sugar, whole milk, unsweetened cocoa powder, and the pinch of salt to the saucepan. Stir continuously until the mixture is smooth and the sugar is nearly dissolved (about 2-3 minutes). Do not let it boil.
Remove the saucepan from the heat and stir in the vanilla extract.
Whisk in the powdered sugar gradually until the mixture is glossy and thick but pourable. If the frosting is too thick, add another tablespoon of milk, one at a time, until the desired consistency is reached.
Immediately pour the frosting evenly over the cooled cake while it is still warm. Use a spatula to smooth it out across the surface and edges of the cake.
Place the frosted cake under the broiler for 1-2 minutes, keeping a close eye to prevent burning. The frosting will become slightly bubbly and develop a smooth, shiny finish.
Remove the cake from the oven and let it cool completely before serving, allowing the frosting to set.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1703 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 51.0 g | 65% | |
| Saturated Fat | 29.7 g | 148% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 130 mg | 43% | |
| Sodium | 28 mg | 1% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 329.1 g | 120% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.9 g | 14% | |
| Total Sugars | 320.3 g | ||
| Protein | 4.1 g | 8% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.5 mcg | 3% | |
| Calcium | 83 mg | 6% | |
| Iron | 1.8 mg | 10% | |
| Potassium | 256 mg | 5% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
