Chocolate Buttercream
Indulge in the rich, velvety decadence of homemade chocolate buttercream—the ultimate frosting for cakes, cupcakes, and desserts! This quick and easy recipe combines the creamy goodness of softened unsalted butter, the deep, chocolatey allure of unsweetened cocoa powder, and the perfect balance of sweetness from powdered sugar. Enhanced with a splash of vanilla extract and just a pinch of salt for depth, this buttercream whips up to a fluffy, spreadable texture in just 10 minutes. Whether you're piping intricate designs or slathering it generously on a celebratory cake, this versatile frosting is easy to customize with heavy cream for the ideal consistency. Perfect for home bakers, this chocolate buttercream recipe will take your baked goods to a whole new level of deliciousness!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup (2 sticks, softened) Unsalted butter
- 3.5 cups Powdered sugar (confectioners' sugar)
- 0.75 cup Unsweetened cocoa powder
- 4 tablespoons Heavy cream (or milk)
- 2 teaspoons Vanilla extract
- 0.25 teaspoons Salt
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, use a hand mixer or stand mixer with the paddle attachment to beat the unsalted butter on medium speed until it is smooth and creamy, about 2-3 minutes.
Add the powdered sugar and cocoa powder to the bowl. Begin mixing on low speed to avoid a sugar cloud, then increase to medium speed and mix until fully combined.
Pour in the heavy cream (or milk), vanilla extract, and salt. Mix on low speed to incorporate the liquids, then increase to medium-high speed and beat until the buttercream is smooth, fluffy, and well combined, about 3-4 minutes.
If the consistency is too thick, add additional cream 1 tablespoon at a time until the desired texture is achieved. If it's too thin, add more powdered sugar 1 tablespoon at a time.
Use immediately to frost cakes, cupcakes, or desserts, or store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 week. Let it come to room temperature and re-whip before using.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
4002 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 239.5 g | 307% | |
| Saturated Fat | 140.8 g | 704% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 566 mg | 189% | |
| Sodium | 647 mg | 28% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 550.8 g | 200% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 64.3 g | 230% | |
| Total Sugars | 442.9 g | ||
| Protein | 38.5 g | 77% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 308 mg | 24% | |
| Iron | 28.6 mg | 159% | |
| Potassium | 2809 mg | 60% | |
*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.
