Shiny Kahlua Chocolate Icing
Indulge your desserts with the luxurious elegance of Shiny Kahlua Chocolate Icing, a silky-smooth topping that combines rich chocolate flavors with the deep, coffee-infused notes of Kahlua. This quick and easy recipe takes just 15 minutes, blending unsweetened cocoa powder, creamy butter, powdered sugar, and a splash of Kahlua to create an irresistibly glossy finish perfect for cakes, cupcakes, brownies, and more. A hint of vanilla and a pinch of salt elevate the flavors, while the pourable yet thick consistency ensures effortless application. Whether you're frosting a celebration cake or adding flair to your favorite baked treats, this decadent icing delivers a professional look and a flavor that’s pure indulgence.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 6 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- 3 tablespoons Kahlua
- 4 tablespoons milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 pinch salt
Instructions
In a small saucepan, melt 4 tablespoons of unsalted butter over low heat. Stir gently and watch closely to avoid burning.
Once the butter is melted, whisk in 6 tablespoons of unsweetened cocoa powder until smooth and glossy. Remove the saucepan from the heat.
In a medium mixing bowl, sift together 2 cups of powdered sugar and a pinch of salt. This prevents lumps in the icing.
Gradually whisk the cocoa-butter mixture into the powdered sugar, alternating with 4 tablespoons of milk. Mix until smooth and fully incorporated.
Stir in 3 tablespoons of Kahlua and 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract. Keep stirring until the icing is glossy and has a pourable but thick consistency. Add a small splash of milk if the mixture seems too thick.
Allow the icing to cool slightly for 5 minutes before spreading or drizzling over your favorite baked goods.
Use immediately to achieve a shiny finish as the icing will set slightly as it cools.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1607 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 53.8 g | 69% | |
| Saturated Fat | 31.3 g | 156% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 129 mg | 43% | |
| Sodium | 176 mg | 8% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 286.6 g | 104% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 11.7 g | 42% | |
| Total Sugars | 256.2 g | ||
| Protein | 8.9 g | 18% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.7 mcg | 3% | |
| Calcium | 128 mg | 10% | |
| Iron | 5.3 mg | 29% | |
| Potassium | 610 mg | 13% | |
*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.
