Best Perfectly Dark Chocolate Frosting Recipes

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DARK CHOCOLATE BUTTERCREAM FROSTING



Dark Chocolate Buttercream Frosting image

This Dark Chocolate Buttercream Frosting is a creamy homemade frosting that is the perfect topping for cakes, cupcakes, and cookies. You will never buy store bought frosting after trying this frosting recipe.

Provided by Jocelyn @ Inside BruCrew Life

Categories     Cakes & Cupcakes

Time 15m

Number Of Ingredients 6

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

Steps:

  • Beat the butter, vanilla, and salt until creamy.
  • Mix together the cocoa powder and powdered sugar. Slowly add the powdered sugar and whipping cream to the butter mixture a little at a time while beating. Continue adding until everything is mixed in.
  • Beat on high for a 3-4 more minutes until the frosting is light and fluffy.
  • Use a piping bag and icing tip 1M to swirl the frosting on cupcakes or cookies.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 187 calories, Carbohydrate 23 grams carbohydrates, Cholesterol 28 milligrams cholesterol, Fat 10 grams fat, Fiber 0 grams fiber, Protein 1 grams protein, SaturatedFat 6 grams saturated fat, ServingSize 1, Sodium 135 milligrams sodium, Sugar 22 grams sugar, TransFat 0 grams trans fat, UnsaturatedFat 3 grams unsaturated fat

DARK CHOCOLATE FROSTING



Dark Chocolate Frosting image

This deep, dark, satiny frosting (thanks to the addition of melted semisweet chocolate) is a favorite of our food editors, since it has just the right consistency for spreading or piping into beautiful swirls. It also has a wonderful sheen. Use it to decorate our Candied Hazelnut Cupcakes or Easy Chocolate Cupcakes.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Dessert & Treats Recipes

Time 30m

Yield Makes about 5 cups

Number Of Ingredients 6

1/4 cup plus 2 tablespoons unsweetened Dutch-process cocoa powder
1/4 cup plus 2 tablespoons boiling water
1 1/2 cups (3 sticks) unsalted butter, room temperature
1/2 cup confectioners' sugar, sifted
Pinch of kosher salt
1 pound best-quality semisweet chocolate, melted and cooled

Steps:

  • Combine cocoa and the boiling water, stirring until cocoa has dissolved. With an electric mixer on medium-high speed, beat butter, confectioners' sugar, and salt until pale and fluffy. Reduce speed to low. Add melted and cooled chocolate, beating until combined and scraping down sides of bowl as needed. Beat in the cocoa mixture. If not using immediately, frosting can be refrigerated up to 5 days, or frozen up to 1 month, in an airtight container. Before using, bring to room temperature, and beat on low speed until smooth again.

PERFECT CHOCOLATE BUTTERCREAM FROSTING



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

Provided by FoodJunkie

Categories     Desserts     Frostings and Icings     Chocolate

Time 10m

Yield 24

Number Of Ingredients 5

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

Steps:

  • 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.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 187.3 calories, Carbohydrate 27.6 g, Cholesterol 24.6 mg, Fat 9.2 g, Fiber 0.9 g, Protein 0.7 g, SaturatedFat 5.8 g, Sodium 3.1 mg, Sugar 25.7 g

BEST CHOCOLATE FROSTING



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Best chocolate frosting recipe I've found!

Provided by Michelle Ann

Categories     Desserts     Frostings and Icings     Chocolate

Time 10m

Yield 16

Number Of Ingredients 5

½ cup butter, melted
⅔ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
3 cups confectioners' sugar
⅓ cup milk
1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Steps:

  • Stir melted butter and cocoa powder in a bowl until evenly mixed. Add confectioners' sugar and milk; beat until smooth and easily spread. Stir in vanilla extract.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 153.9 calories, Carbohydrate 25.6 g, Cholesterol 15.7 mg, Fat 6.4 g, Fiber 1.2 g, Protein 0.9 g, SaturatedFat 4 g, Sodium 44 mg, Sugar 23.4 g

SENSATIONAL DARK CHOCOLATE FROSTING



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Dreamy, decadent and delicious, this dark chocolate frosting will have your mouth watering thanks to its creamy texture and chocolate flavor. Ideal for cakes, brownies, cookies or any dessert you have in mind, this frosting is exceptional. Any chocolate lover will agree it's the perfect topping for desserts.

Provided by Anna

Categories     Dessert

Number Of Ingredients 5

1/2 cup butter or margarine (1 stick)
2/3 cup dark cocoa powder
3 cups powdered sugar
1/3 cup milk
1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Steps:

  • On medium heat, melt the butter in a saucepan. Alternatively, melt it in the microwave in 30 seconds intervals until fully melted.
  • Transfer the melted butter to a large bowl and add the dark cocoa powder. Use the whisk to thoroughly combine the two.
  • Alternate adding a small amount of milk and powdered sugar into the mix at a time. Beat between every addition and continuing beating until it is smooth. You may use a whisk or electric mixer on medium speed.
  • If needed, add in additional milk to achieve a smoother, creamier consistency. Add in one teaspoon at a time until you reach the proper consistency. Stir in the vanilla until it is completely combined.
  • Use a spatula to scrape the sides of the bowl to ensure everything is thoroughly mixed. The frosting should be free of any lumps. If there are stills lumps, beat it for another 1-2 minutes.
  • Rich and creamy, this is the perfect dark chocolate frosting. Add it to white, yellow, chocolate or marble cake to make the most mouth-watering dessert. It even tastes amazing on brownies and cookies.
  • You simply can't go wrong with this decadent frosting. Chocolate lovers will rave about how wonderful this frosting is. You'll be tempted to eat it straight out of the bowl because it is so good.

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