Perfect Chocolate Buttercream Frosting

Name: Perfect Chocolate Buttercream Frosting
Prep time: 10 min
Total time: 10 min
Ingredients: 5 cups powdered sugar; 0.75 cup unsweetened cocoa powder; 1 cup unsalted butter, softened; 2 teaspoons vanilla extract; 5 tablespoons whipping cream, or more as needed

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This decadent chocolate buttercream frosting is a hit for any special occasion. It's rich, creamy, and simple.

Submitted by FoodJunkie

Updated on September 23, 2022

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Prep Time:

10 mins

Total Time:

10 mins

Servings:

24

Yield:

24 servings

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Original recipe (1X) yields 24 servings

5 cups powdered sugar
¾ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
1 cup unsalted butter, softened
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
5 tablespoons whipping cream, or more as needed

Directions

Combine powdered sugar and cocoa powder in a large bowl. Add butter and mix with an electric mixer until crumbly. Slowly add whipping cream and mix until frosting comes together. Add vanilla extract and mix to the desired texture, adding more whipping cream, 1 tablespoon at a time, if frosting is too thick.

Cook's Note:

This is enough frosting for 24 cupcakes or a 9x13-inch cake.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

187	Calories
9g	Fat
28g	Carbs
1g	Protein

Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 24
Calories 187
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 9g	12%
Saturated Fat 6g	29%
Cholesterol 25mg	8%
Sodium 3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 28g	10%
Dietary Fiber 1g	3%
Total Sugars 26g
Protein 1g	1%
Calcium 8mg	1%
Iron 0mg	2%
Potassium 47mg	1%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.

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