Description
This rich and creamy chocolate buttercream frosting is perfect for cakes, cupcakes, and other desserts. It is easy to make and can be adjusted for your desired consistency.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup salted butter (at room temperature)
- 3 ½–4 cups powdered sugar
- ½ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2–3 tablespoons whole milk, half-and-half, or cream
Instructions
- With an electric mixer (either hand or stand), beat butter until pale, about 3-4 minutes on medium.
- Scrape down the bowl.
- Add 3½ cups powdered sugar, cocoa powder, vanilla, and 2 tablespoons of milk.
- Mix on low until powdered sugar and cocoa powder are incorporated.
- If the frosting is too dry, add another tablespoon of milk.
- If the frosting is too wet, add powdered sugar 2 tablespoons at a time until it reaches a spreadable consistency.
Notes
- This frosting can be stored in the refrigerator for up to a week. Just re-whip before using to restore its texture.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 tablespoon
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 30mg