Dairy Free Chocolate Frosting
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Dairy Free Chocolate Frosting
Description
This frosting recipe starts by beating vegan butter until creamy, then blending in vanilla extract for flavor depth. Cocoa powder and powdered sugar are sifted in to integrate smoothly, while almond or oat milk is added gradually to obtain the ideal consistency—thick enough to hold shape but soft enough for easy spreading.
The result is a chocolate frosting free from dairy ingredients, lending a rich yet dairy-free alternative suitable for various cakes. Cocoa powder ensures the classic chocolate taste, balanced by sweet powdered sugar, while plant milk adjusts moisture without adding dairy.
Leftover frosting should be refrigerated within airtight containers for up to two days and brought to room temperature before use to restore spreadability.
Ingredients
- ½ cup vegan butter room temperature (Earth Balance Sticks are best, unsalted
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract pure
- ⅓ cup cocoa powder spooned and leveled, unsweetened
- 1 ½ - 2 cups powdered sugar
- 2 - 3 tablespoon almond milk or oat milk
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl with an electric hand mixer or in a stand mixer, beat butter until creamy for about 1 - 2 minutes. Add in vanilla extract and beat until smooth for about 30 seconds.
- Sift in the cocoa powder, 1.5 cups of powdered sugar, and 2 tablespoons of almond milk. Mix on LOW speed until creamy for 1 - 2 minutes, stopping occasionally to scrape the sides of the bowl with a rubber spatula. If the buttercream is too thick add 1 - 2 additional tablespoons of almond milk. If it is too thin, add up to a ½ cup extra powdered sugar, but start with ¼ cup.
Notes
- Use plant-based milk such as almond, oat, or cashew for adjusting frosting consistency.
- Store leftover frosting in airtight containers in the refrigerator for up to 2 days, and allow to warm to room temperature before frosting.
- This frosting pairs well with gluten-free chocolate or vanilla cupcakes.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 12servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 184 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 184kcal | 9% |
| Carbohydrates | 17g | 6% |
| Protein | 1g | 2% |
| Fat | 8g | 12% |
| Saturated Fat | 2g | 10% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2g | 12% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 3g | 15% |
| Sodium | 43mg | 2% |
| Potassium | 39mg | 1% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 28g | 56% |
| Calcium | 11mg | 1% |
| Iron | 0.4mg | 2% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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