Chocolate Frosting with Cocoa Powder

Chocolate Frosting with Cocoa Powder
  • PREP TIME
    10 mins
  • COOK TIME
    0 mins
  • TOTAL TIME
    10 mins
  • SERVING
    12 People
  • VIEWS
    2.2K

Transform your baked creations into decadent masterpieces with this luxuriously smooth and intensely chocolatey frosting. Infused with the deep, rich flavor of cocoa, this frosting boasts a perfect balance of sweetness and depth, guaranteed to elevate any cake, cookie, or cupcake.

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Nutrition

  • Carbohydrate
    39 g
  • Cholesterol
    1 mg
  • Fiber
    1 g
  • Protein
    1 g
  • Saturated Fat
    1 g
  • Sodium
    48 mg
  • Sugar
    36 g
  • Fat
    4 g
  • Unsaturated Fat
    0 g

DIRECTIONS

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01 Step

Recipe View Gather all ingredients and ensure the butter is fully melted. (5 minutes)

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02 Step

Recipe View In a large bowl, whisk together the cocoa powder and melted butter until a smooth paste forms. This step is crucial for preventing lumps in the final frosting. (3 minutes)

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03 Step

Recipe View Add the milk and vanilla extract to the cocoa mixture. Beat with an electric mixer (or whisk vigorously by hand) until well combined and smooth. (2 minutes)

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04 Step

Recipe View Gradually add the sifted confectioners' sugar, one cup at a time, beating well after each addition. Continue until the frosting reaches your desired consistency. (5-7 minutes)

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05 Step

Recipe View If the frosting is too thick, add milk, one tablespoon at a time, until it thins to your liking. If it's too thin, add more sifted confectioners' sugar, one tablespoon at a time, until the desired consistency is achieved. (2-3 minutes)

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06 Step

Recipe View Beat the frosting for an additional minute or two to ensure it's light and fluffy. (2 minutes)

For an even richer flavor, try using dark cocoa powder.
Sifting the confectioners' sugar is essential for a smooth, lump-free frosting.
If you don't have an electric mixer, you can make this frosting by hand, but it will require more elbow grease!
For a vegan version, use plant-based butter and non-dairy milk.

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RECIPE REVIEWS

Avarage Rating: 4.4/ 5 ( 741 Ratings)
Total Reviews: (5)
  • Jeramy Cormier

    My kids loved this recipe!

  • Nova Quigley

    I had to add a little more milk than the recipe called for, but it turned out great. Thanks for the tips!

  • Maiya Rosenbaum

    I followed the recipe exactly, and the frosting was perfect. Not too sweet, and the cocoa flavor really shines through.

  • Dolly Treutel

    I made this with vegan butter and almond milk, and it was just as delicious as the original!

  • Vivienne Kovacek

    This frosting is amazing! So easy to make and tastes incredible. My cupcakes were a hit!

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