Chocolate Buttercream Frosting Recipe
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Chocolate Buttercream Frosting Recipe
Description
The Chocolate Buttercream Frosting features a base of softened butter whipped together with cocoa powder until fluffy. Powdered sugar is gradually incorporated along with milk (or half-and-half), vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt. The mixture is beaten further to enhance lightness and smoothness, yielding a frosting suitable for decorating desserts.
The frosting has a rich chocolate flavor balanced by vanilla and a smooth texture that holds up well for piping onto cupcakes or cakes. It is versatile and easily adjusted in consistency by adding more milk if needed.
It stores well in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 2-3 days or can be frozen for up to 3 months. Before use, bring to room temperature and remix for best spreading or piping results.
Ingredients
- ½ cup butter softened
- ¼ cup cocoa powder
- 1½ cups powdered sugar
- 2 tablespoons milk or half and half
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- salt pinch
Instructions
- Beat together the butter and cocoa powder until light and fluffy.
- Add the powdered sugar, milk, vanilla, and salt. Mix until well blended, adding additional milk if needed to bring the frosting together.
- Continue to beat for 3-5 minutes, until light and fluffy.
- Pipe the buttercream onto the cooled cupcakes.
Notes
- Store frosting in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Before using refrigerated frosting, bring to room temperature and remix to regain spreadable texture.
- For long-term storage, freeze frosting in a sealed container for up to 3 months, thaw in fridge, then return to room temperature and remix before use.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 12Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 133 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 133kcal | 7% |
| Carbohydrates | 16g | 5% |
| Protein | 1g | 2% |
| Fat | 8g | 12% |
| Saturated Fat | 5g | 25% |
| Cholesterol | 21mg | 7% |
| Sodium | 69mg | 3% |
| Potassium | 31mg | 1% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 15g | 30% |
| Vitamin A | 236IU | 5% |
| Calcium | 7mg | 1% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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