Fairfax Chocolate Icing
Elevate your baked creations with the rich, velvety goodness of Fairfax Chocolate Icing! This classic chocolate icing recipe combines unsalted butter, premium cocoa powder, and a touch of vanilla extract to create a luscious frosting that’s both smooth and glossy. With just 10 minutes of prep time and a simple stovetop technique, this icing is perfect for cakes, cupcakes, or even brownies. Featuring a perfectly balanced sweetness from powdered sugar and a pinch of salt to enhance the deep chocolate flavor, Fairfax Chocolate Icing is easy to spread and adds a decadent finish to any dessert. Ideal for beginner bakers and seasoned pros alike, this versatile recipe is your go-to for chocolate frosting that delights every time.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 200 grams unsalted butter
- 50 grams cocoa powder
- 300 grams powdered sugar
- 60 ml whole milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 pinch salt
Instructions
Place the unsalted butter into a medium saucepan and melt it over low heat, stirring occasionally to prevent browning.
Once the butter is fully melted, sift the cocoa powder into the saucepan and whisk until fully combined and smooth.
Remove the saucepan from the heat and allow it to cool slightly for 2–3 minutes.
Gradually sift in the powdered sugar, about 50 grams at a time, while whisking continuously to form a thick, glossy mixture.
Add the milk in small increments, whisking well after each addition to achieve a smooth and spreadable consistency.
Stir in the vanilla extract and a pinch of salt to enhance the chocolate flavor.
Let the icing cool for a few minutes before spreading it onto cakes or cupcakes. It will thicken slightly as it cools, so work quickly if a thinner layer is desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2788 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 180.3 g | 231% | |
| Saturated Fat | 105.2 g | 526% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 450 mg | 150% | |
| Sodium | 209 mg | 9% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 331.7 g | 121% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 18.5 g | 66% | |
| Total Sugars | 297.8 g | ||
| Protein | 13.3 g | 27% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.7 mcg | 3% | |
| Calcium | 187 mg | 14% | |
| Iron | 7.1 mg | 39% | |
| Potassium | 911 mg | 19% | |
*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.
