Description
This luscious Chocolate Buttercream is a smooth, creamy frosting perfect for cakes, cupcakes, and cookies. Made with simple ingredients like unsalted butter, powdered sugar, cocoa powder, and cream, it offers a rich chocolate flavor with a fluffy texture that’s easy to whip up in minutes.
Ingredients
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Buttercream Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 3½ cups powdered sugar
- ½ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- ¼ cup heavy cream or milk
- 1½ teaspoons vanilla extract
- ¼ teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Beat the Butter: In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened butter with an electric mixer on medium speed until creamy and smooth, about 2–3 minutes.
- Add Dry Ingredients: Sift in the powdered sugar and cocoa powder to avoid lumps. Beat on low speed until mostly incorporated, then increase to medium-high speed and beat for 2 minutes to combine thoroughly.
- Add Flavor and Cream: Mix in the vanilla extract, salt, and 2 tablespoons of cream. Beat at medium speed until the mixture becomes light and fluffy, adding more cream as needed to reach your desired consistency.
- Final Whip: Scrape down the sides of the bowl to ensure even mixing, then whip again for 30 seconds before using to decorate your baked treats.
Notes
- This buttercream is ideal for frosting cakes, cupcakes, or cookies.
- Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 1 week or freeze for up to 3 months.
- Before using refrigerated or frozen buttercream, bring it to room temperature and re-whip to restore its fluffy texture.
