Chocolate Cream Cheese Frosting
Indulge in the rich, velvety decadence of homemade Chocolate Cream Cheese Frosting—a perfect balance of tangy cream cheese and deep cocoa flavor. This easy 10-minute recipe combines softened cream cheese, creamy unsalted butter, and a touch of vanilla for a luscious base, then elevates it with the bold addition of unsweetened cocoa powder. Sweetened with powdered sugar and whipped until impossibly fluffy, this frosting is your go-to for transforming cakes, cupcakes, or cookies into show-stopping treats. Customize the texture with a splash of heavy cream for a spreadable or pipeable consistency. Whether you're frosting a classic chocolate cake or dressing up a batch of brownies, this rich and creamy frosting is guaranteed to impress with every bite.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 4 cups powdered sugar
- 3 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 0.25 teaspoons salt
- 2 tablespoons heavy cream (optional, for consistency)
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, add the softened cream cheese and unsalted butter. Use a hand mixer or stand mixer to blend them together on medium speed until smooth and fluffy, about 2 to 3 minutes.
Reduce the mixer speed to low and gradually add the powdered sugar, 1 cup at a time, until fully incorporated. Scrape down the sides of the bowl as needed.
Add the unsweetened cocoa powder, vanilla extract, and salt to the mixture and beat on medium speed until smooth and well combined.
If the frosting is too thick, add 1 to 2 tablespoons of heavy cream, one tablespoon at a time, to reach the desired consistency.
Give the frosting one final mix on high speed for 1 minute to make it extra fluffy.
Use immediately to frost cakes, cupcakes, or cookies, or store covered in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. Allow it to come to room temperature and re-whip before using if stored.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
4536 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 284.5 g | 365% | |
| Saturated Fat | 177.6 g | 888% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 802 mg | 267% | |
| Sodium | 1381 mg | 60% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 504.1 g | 183% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 5.8 g | 21% | |
| Total Sugars | 479.9 g | ||
| Protein | 20.4 g | 41% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 322 mg | 25% | |
| Iron | 3.9 mg | 22% | |
| Potassium | 561 mg | 12% | |
*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.
