Description
Indulge in the rich and creamy goodness of this homemade Chocolate Buttercream Frosting. Perfect for topping cakes, cupcakes, or even enjoying straight from the spoon!
Ingredients
Scale
For the Chocolate Buttercream Frosting:
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 3 1/2 cups powdered sugar, sifted
- 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder, sifted
- 1/4 cup heavy cream
- 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Beat the Butter: In a large bowl, beat the softened butter with an electric mixer until creamy and smooth, about 2-3 minutes.
- Add Dry Ingredients: Gradually add the sifted powdered sugar and cocoa powder, mixing on low speed until incorporated.
- Final Touches: Add the heavy cream, vanilla extract, and salt. Beat on medium-high speed for 2-3 minutes until light and fluffy.
- Adjust Consistency: If needed, add more cream gradually until reaching desired consistency.
Notes
- For a richer flavor, use dark cocoa powder.
- Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 5 days; re-whip before using.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tablespoons
- Calories: 160
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 20mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 25mg
