Name: Chocolate Buttercream Frosting
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 5 min
Total time: 15 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1 cup unsalted butter, softened; 3 1/2 cups powdered sugar; 1/2 cup cocoa powder; 1/4 cup heavy cream; 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Chocolate Buttercream Frosting

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A creamy, light, and decadent chocolate buttercream frosting perfect for cakes, cupcakes, and cookies.

Author: lea
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 5 minutes
Total Time: 15 minutes
Yield: 12 servings 1x
Category: Dessert
Method: Mixing
Cuisine: American
Diet: Vegetarian

Ingredients

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1 cup unsalted butter, softened
3 1/2 cups powdered sugar
1/2 cup cocoa powder
1/4 cup heavy cream
1 teaspoon vanilla extract

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Instructions

Cream the butter in a large bowl until creamy and pale in color, about 2 minutes.
Mix the dry ingredients by gradually adding powdered sugar and cocoa powder until well combined.
Incorporate the heavy cream and vanilla extract, beating on high speed until light and fluffy.
Use the frosting to pipe or spread on cakes and cupcakes as desired.

Notes

Store leftover frosting in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a week or freeze for up to three months.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 serving
Calories: 210
Sugar: 29g
Sodium: 10mg
Fat: 10g
Saturated Fat: 6g
Unsaturated Fat: 4g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 30g
Fiber: 0.2g
Protein: 0.4g
Cholesterol: 30mg

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