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This creamy Homemade Chocolate Frosting recipe is easy to make and calls for simple ingredients. It’s great for spreading or piping on cupcakes, cakes, brownies, or cookies. You’ll love it! Recipe from @whattheforkblog | whattheforkfoodblog.com | easy homemade frosting recipes | how to make chocolate buttercream frosting | how to make frosting | the best chocolate frosting recipe | #buttercream #chocolate #frosting #dessert #easyrecipes
Sharon Lachendro

Easy Homemade Chocolate Frosting

4.49 from 31 ratings
This is an easy chocolate frosting recipe that will bring your cakes and cupcakes to the next level. It’s so rich and creamy but made with simple ingredients. It’s easy to pipe and spread to make beautifully decorated desserts!
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings: 14
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 239
Ingredients Equipment Method Video Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup butter softened
  • pinch of salt
  • 3 cups powdered sugar
  • 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/4 cup heavy whipping cream

Equipment

  • USA Pan Cupcake and Muffin Pan
  • Rodelle Pure Vanilla Extract, 8-Ounce
  • Wilton Reusable Featherweight Decorating Bags Multipack, 16-inch (2-Pack), Cake Decorating Supplies
  • KitchenAid 5-Qt.Artisan Design Series with Glass Bowl - Frosted Pearl White

Method
 

  1. Add the butter and a pinch of salt to the bowl of a stand mixer and beat until completely smooth. Add the powdered sugar and cocoa powder and mix on low to combine. Mix in the vanilla extract and heavy cream.
  2. Turn the mixer to a medium-high speed and beat for 1-2 minutes or until the frosting is light and fluffy.
  3. Use to frost your favorite cakes, cupcakes, brownies, or cookies.

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Notes

  • Make ahead - this frosting can be made up to 3 days before using. Make as directed then store in the refrigerator. Bring to room temperature and re-whip before using.
  • This recipe makes enough to frost one standard sized (8 or 9 inch) layer cake. It can also be used to frost 14-16 cupcakes if using a large piping tip. It will frost 24 cupcakes with a standard amount of frosting.