Description
Indulge in the rich, velvety goodness of this Easy Chocolate Buttercream Frosting Recipe. Perfect for cakes, cupcakes, or any sweet treat that needs a decadent topping!
Ingredients
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Ingredients:
- 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, softened
- 1 3/4 cups powdered sugar
- 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 tablespoons heavy cream or milk
Instructions
- Beat the butter: In a large mixing bowl, use an electric mixer on medium speed to beat the softened butter until creamy and smooth, about 1-2 minutes.
- Add powdered sugar: Gradually add the powdered sugar, about 1/2 cup at a time, mixing on low speed until each addition is fully blended and smooth.
- Combine cocoa powder: Sift cocoa powder into the bowl to prevent lumps, then add to the mixture, continuing to beat at low speed until well combined.
- Introduce salt: Mix in the salt on low speed to ensure even distribution.
- Blend vanilla extract: Incorporate the vanilla extract and mix until fully combined.
- Incorporate heavy cream: Slowly add the heavy cream or milk, one tablespoon at a time, beating at medium speed until reaching desired consistency.
- Beat for fluffiness: Turn the mixer to high and beat the frosting for 3-4 minutes for a light, fluffy texture.
- Adjust flavor and texture: Taste the frosting and adjust with a pinch of salt or extra cream if needed for your preference.
- Scrape and mix: Use a spatula to scrape the bowl’s sides, ensuring thorough mixing and a smooth texture.
- Ready to use: Your chocolate buttercream frosting is now ready to be spread on your favorite desserts. Enjoy!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 tablespoon
- Calories: 80
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 30mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 0.5g
- Protein: 0.5g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
Keywords: chocolate, buttercream, frosting, dessert, easy recipe
