Chocolate Buttercream Frosting

Name: Chocolate Buttercream Frosting
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 15 min
Yield: 2 cups, 18 serving(s)
Ingredients: 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened; 2 1/3 cups confectioners' sugar, sifted; 1/3 cup whipping cream (or half and half, can use milk too); 1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla; 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder, sifted (makes a medium flavor)

⏱ 15 mins 🍽 2 cups, 18 serving(s) 🏷 Dessert

This is a wonderfully fluffy chocolate buttercream frosting, considered a top choice alongside whipped cream versions. You can tailor the sugar and cocoa levels to suit your taste, though the provided quantities are a proven favourite. Sifting the sugar and cocoa is recommended for a smooth texture, which can be done with a fork if a sifter is not available. Using whipping cream yields the lightest result, with half and half as a good alternative. The recipe yields about 2 cups.

Ingredients

1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
2 1/3 cups confectioners' sugar, sifted
1/3 cup whipping cream (or half and half, can use milk too)
1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla
1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder, sifted (makes a medium flavor)

Method

Let the butter soften to room temperature, ensuring it does not become overly soft and lose its form. Place it in a large bowl and beat until light and fluffy.
Mix the sifted cocoa powder and vanilla into the creamed butter.
Gradually incorporate the sifted confectioners' sugar and the whipping cream.
Use an electric mixer to beat the mixture for approximately 3-5 minutes until it reaches your preferred consistency.

Nutrition (per serving)

Sodium3200 mg

Recipe details

CategoryDessert

AuthorKamden and Alyssas