Easiest Best Fudge Frosting
Indulge your sweet tooth with this decadent and effortless Easiest Best Fudge Frosting! Made with rich cocoa powder, creamy unsalted butter, and just the right touch of vanilla extract, this velvety frosting comes together in just 10 minutes, making it perfect for last-minute baking projects. Its smooth, fluffy texture is ideal for spreading over cakes, cupcakes, brownies, or any dessert that could use a luscious chocolatey upgrade. With simple pantry ingredients and no cooking required, this homemade frosting provides the perfect balance of sweetness and deep fudge flavor. Whether you’re a beginner baker or a seasoned pro, this foolproof recipe will be your go-to for creating beautifully frosted treats every time.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 0.5 cup unsalted butter
- 0.75 cup cocoa powder
- 3 cups powdered sugar
- 0.25 cup milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
Instructions
In a medium-sized mixing bowl, add the unsalted butter and cocoa powder.
Using a handheld or stand mixer, beat the butter and cocoa powder together on medium speed until smooth and well combined, approximately 1–2 minutes.
Add the powdered sugar, milk, vanilla extract, and salt to the bowl.
Begin mixing on low speed to avoid splattering, then gradually increase to medium-high speed. Beat the mixture until it is creamy, smooth, and fluffy, about 3–5 minutes.
If the frosting is too thick, add milk 1 teaspoon at a time until it reaches your desired consistency. If it’s too thin, add powdered sugar 1 tablespoon at a time.
Taste the frosting and add a pinch more salt if needed to balance the sweetness.
Use immediately to frost cakes, cupcakes, or other 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 |
1989 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 57.5 g | 74% | |
| Saturated Fat | 33.6 g | 168% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 130 mg | 43% | |
| Sodium | 642 mg | 28% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 397.5 g | 145% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 22.2 g | 79% | |
| Total Sugars | 356.6 g | ||
| Protein | 14.2 g | 28% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.7 mcg | 3% | |
| Calcium | 169 mg | 13% | |
| Iron | 8.6 mg | 48% | |
| Potassium | 1035 mg | 22% | |
*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.
