Description
Indulge in the rich and creamy goodness of this homemade Rich Chocolate Buttercream. Perfect for frosting cakes and cupcakes, this decadent buttercream is sure to elevate any dessert.
Ingredients
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Ingredients:
- 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened
- 3 1/2 cups powdered sugar, sifted
- 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder, sifted
- 1/4 cup heavy cream (plus more as needed)
- 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- In a large bowl, beat the softened butter with an electric mixer on medium speed until creamy and smooth, about 2-3 minutes.
- Add the sifted powdered sugar and cocoa powder gradually, beating on low speed until incorporated.
- Increase the speed to medium and add the heavy cream, vanilla extract, and salt.
- Beat for 3-4 minutes more, until the buttercream is fluffy and spreadable.
- If the frosting is too thick, add a bit more heavy cream, 1 tablespoon at a time, until you reach your desired consistency.
Notes
- This chocolate buttercream pairs perfectly with chocolate, vanilla, or red velvet cakes and cupcakes.
- Store leftover buttercream in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 week; bring to room temperature and re-whip before using.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tablespoons
- Calories: 160
- Sugar: 19g
- Sodium: 20mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 20mg