Smooth and Creamy Chocolate Frosting
Indulge in the decadence of this Smooth and Creamy Chocolate Frosting, a fail-proof recipe that’s as luscious as it is easy to make! Made with real unsalted butter, rich unsweetened cocoa powder, and just the right balance of powdered sugar, this frosting whips up in just 10 minutes. Its velvety texture and deep chocolate flavor are perfect for frosting cakes, cupcakes, or cookies, while a hint of pure vanilla extract and a pinch of salt enhance its sweetness with a subtle complexity. Whether you need a dreamy topping for special celebrations or an everyday dessert upgrade, this versatile frosting is guaranteed to impress. Bonus: It's simple to customize for your preferred consistency, so you get that perfectly smooth spread every single time.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup (softened) unsalted butter
- 0.75 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 3 cups powdered sugar (confectioners' sugar)
- 0.25 cup whole milk
- 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
- 1 pinch pinch of salt
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, using a handheld or stand mixer with a paddle attachment, beat the softened unsalted butter on medium speed until creamy and smooth, approximately 2-3 minutes.
Gradually sift the unsweetened cocoa powder into the bowl with the butter, and mix on low speed until fully combined and free of clumps.
Slowly add the powdered sugar, one cup at a time, alternating with small splashes of whole milk. Mix on low speed after each addition to prevent powdered sugar from puffing out of the bowl.
Once the powdered sugar and milk are fully incorporated, increase the mixer speed to medium and beat the frosting until smooth and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.
Add the pure vanilla extract and a pinch of salt. Mix on low speed until just combined, then increase the speed to medium-high and whip for an additional 1-2 minutes to ensure maximum creaminess.
Taste the frosting and adjust if necessary. Add more milk, 1 teaspoon at a time, for a softer consistency, or more powdered sugar to thicken.
Use immediately to frost cakes, cupcakes, or cookies. Store any leftover frosting in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week. Let it come to room temperature and re-whip before using.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2765 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 123.0 g | 158% | |
| Saturated Fat | 71.4 g | 357% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 255 mg | 85% | |
| Sodium | 184 mg | 8% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 489.5 g | 178% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 64.3 g | 230% | |
| Total Sugars | 380.8 g | ||
| Protein | 38.5 g | 77% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.7 mcg | 3% | |
| Calcium | 317 mg | 24% | |
| Iron | 28.6 mg | 159% | |
| Potassium | 2841 mg | 60% | |
*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.
