Chocolate Kahlua Frosting
Indulge your sweet tooth with this luxurious Chocolate Kahlua Frosting, a boozy, chocolatey delight that takes any dessert to the next level. Made with creamy unsalted butter, rich cocoa powder, and a generous splash of Kahlua, this velvety frosting bursts with bold flavors of coffee and chocolate. Its silky-smooth texture is achieved with a careful blend of powdered sugar and heavy cream, while a hint of vanilla extract and a pinch of salt add depth and balance. Perfect for spreading or piping onto cakes, cupcakes, or brownies, this quick-to-make frosting comes together in just 15 minutes and adds an irresistible, gourmet finish to any treat. Whether you're dressing up a decadent celebration cake or simply satisfying your chocolate cravings, this recipe promises to impress.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup Unsalted butter
- 4 cups Powdered sugar
- 0.75 cup Unsweetened cocoa powder
- 0.25 cup Kahlua (coffee liqueur)
- 3 tablespoons Heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, add 1 cup of room-temperature unsalted butter and beat it with a hand mixer or stand mixer on medium speed until creamy and smooth, about 2–3 minutes.
Sift 4 cups of powdered sugar and 3/4 cup of unsweetened cocoa powder together into the bowl to remove any lumps and ensure a silky texture.
Gradually beat the powdered sugar and cocoa mixture into the creamed butter on low speed, starting with 1 cup at a time to prevent the powder from puffing out of the bowl. Scrape down the sides as needed.
Slowly add 1/4 cup of Kahlua, 3 tablespoons of heavy cream, and 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract to the mixture. Continue beating on medium speed, allowing the frosting to become light and fluffy as the liquid ingredients incorporate.
Add 1/4 teaspoon of salt and mix well to balance the sweetness and enhance flavors.
If the frosting is too thick, add an additional tablespoon of heavy cream at a time until the desired consistency is reached. If it's too thin, incorporate a bit more powdered sugar, one tablespoon at a time.
Once the frosting is whipped, fluffy, and smooth, it is ready to use. Spread or pipe onto cooled cakes, cupcakes, or other desserts. Serve immediately or store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 week.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3453 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 136.0 g | 174% | |
| Saturated Fat | 79.3 g | 396% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 293 mg | 98% | |
| Sodium | 631 mg | 27% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 612.5 g | 223% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 64.3 g | 230% | |
| Total Sugars | 495.8 g | ||
| Protein | 36.5 g | 73% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 244 mg | 19% | |
| Iron | 28.9 mg | 161% | |
| Potassium | 2757 mg | 59% | |
*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.
