Chocolate Frosting Recipe
This rich and delicious chocolate frosting is perfect for piping or spreading and is made with simple ingredients you likely have on hand.
Ingredients
- 1/2 cups butter (melted)
- 2/3 cups unsweetened cocoa powder
- 3 cups powdered sugar
- 1/3 cup heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
Instructions
- Once butter is melted, stir in cocoa and mix until butter and cocoa have combined.
- Next, using an electric mixer, alternately add powdered sugar and cream, beating until light and fluffy. Add in vanilla and mix well.
- Add an extra teaspoon of cream if a thinner consistency is desired. If frosting seems too thin, add additional powdered sugar, one tablespoon at a time until desired consistency is reached.
- Spread or pipe onto cakes or cupcakes as desired.
Notes
Milk can be used in place of heavy cream.
Recipe adapted from Hershey's.
Nutrition
Calories: 164kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 1gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.3gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gTrans Fat: 0.2gCholesterol: 21mgSodium: 48mgPotassium: 62mgFiber: 1gSugar: 22gVitamin A: 250IUVitamin C: 0.03mgCalcium: 10mgIron: 1mg
The nutrition facts provided are calculated using a third-party tool and are estimates only. Actual nutritional content may vary based on the ingredients and brands you use, as well as portion sizes. For accurate results, please consult a registered dietitian or nutritionist.