Dark Chocolate Frosting
Indulge your sweet tooth with this rich and velvety Dark Chocolate Frosting, a luxurious topping that will elevate any dessert. Made with real melted dark chocolate, creamy unsalted butter, and a blend of cocoa powder and powdered sugar, this frosting boasts an irresistibly deep chocolate flavor with a perfectly smooth texture. A touch of vanilla extract and a hint of salt enhance its complexity, while heavy cream ensures the consistency can be tailored to your liking. Ready in just 15 minutes, this decadent frosting is perfect for spreading over cakes, piping onto cupcakes, or adding a gourmet touch to brownies. Whether for a celebration or simple indulgence, this homemade chocolate frosting is a showstopper everyone will love.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter
- 6 oz dark chocolate chips
- 1 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 3 cups powdered sugar
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 6 tbsp heavy cream
- 0.25 tsp salt
Instructions
Bring unsalted butter to room temperature to soften if it isn’t already.
Melt the dark chocolate chips in a microwave-safe bowl in 30-second increments, stirring after each interval, until smooth and completely melted. Set aside to cool slightly.
In a large mixing bowl, add the softened butter and beat it with an electric mixer on medium speed for about 2 minutes until creamy and fluffy.
Add the melted dark chocolate to the butter and beat again until well combined.
Gradually sift the unsweetened cocoa powder into the mixture, beating on low speed to avoid splatters, until fully incorporated.
Slowly add the powdered sugar one cup at a time, mixing well after each addition. Scrape down the sides of the bowl as needed.
Add the vanilla extract, heavy cream (one tablespoon at a time), and salt to the frosting. Beat on medium speed until the frosting is light and smooth.
If the frosting is too thick, add additional heavy cream one tablespoon at a time until the desired consistency is achieved.
Use the frosting immediately to frost cakes, cupcakes, or other desserts, or cover and store it in the refrigerator for up to one week. Bring to room temperature and re-whip before using.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3906 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 210.4 g | 270% | |
| Saturated Fat | 121.4 g | 607% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 338 mg | 113% | |
| Sodium | 644 mg | 28% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 598.7 g | 218% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 97.1 g | 347% | |
| Total Sugars | 425.9 g | ||
| Protein | 59.8 g | 120% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 428 mg | 33% | |
| Iron | 49.7 mg | 276% | |
| Potassium | 4575 mg | 97% | |
*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.
