The Best Chocolate Frosting
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4.4
The Best Chocolate Frosting
Description
This chocolate frosting begins by melting semisweet chocolate to a smooth consistency, then cooling it to room temperature to avoid melting the butter when combined. Butter is whipped at medium-high speed until light and fluffy, incorporating air for a soft texture. Powdered sugar is slowly added with the mixer set to low to avoid a sugar cloud, then vanilla extract is mixed in. The cooled melted chocolate is folded into the buttercream and whipped again at medium-high speed until the mixture is light, fluffy, and well combined. This creates a rich chocolate flavor with a creamy mouthfeel.
The frosting is versatile for immediate use or can be refrigerated covered for up to four days or frozen for up to three months. Before use, refrigerated frosting should be brought to room temperature and re-whipped to regain fullness. Its smooth, creamy consistency makes it suitable for spreading or piping on cakes, cupcakes, and other baked goods.
Ingredients
- 2 cups unsalted butter at room temperature
- 5 cups powdered sugar
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 8 ounces semisweet chocolate finely chopped
Instructions
- Place the chopped chocolate in a microwave-safe bowl and microwave in 30-second increments on 50% power, stirring after each, until the chocolate is melted and smooth. Set aside to cool to room temperature.
- Meanwhile, using the whisk attachment of your stand mixer, whip the butter on medium-high speed for 5 minutes, stopping to scrape the bowl once or twice.
- Reduce the speed to medium-low and gradually add the powdered sugar. Once all of the powdered sugar is incorporated, add the vanilla, mixing until incorporated. Add the melted chocolate and whip at medium-high speed until light and fluffy, about 2 minutes, scraping the bowl as needed to incorporate all of the chocolate.
- Use immediately or cover with plastic wrap and keep at room temperature for up to 4 hours before using. The frosting can be refrigerated, covered, for up to 4 days. Bring to room temperature and re-whip before using. The frosting can also be frozen in an airtight container for up to 3 months. Thaw in the refrigerator, then bring to room temperature before using.
Notes
- Nutritional values are based on one cup of this frosting.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 5cups
Amount Per Serving
Calories 1205 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 1205kcal | 60% |
| Carbohydrates | 143g | 48% |
| Protein | 3g | 6% |
| Fat | 91g | 140% |
| Saturated Fat | 56g | 280% |
| Cholesterol | 197mg | 66% |
| Sodium | 17mg | 1% |
| Potassium | 278mg | 6% |
| Fiber | 3g | 12% |
| Sugar | 134g | 268% |
| Vitamin A | 2290IU | 46% |
| Calcium | 50mg | 5% |
| Iron | 2.9mg | 16% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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Overall Rating
4.4
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