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Chocolate Frosting Recipe

This is a simple and delicious chocolate frosting recipe perfect for cakes and cupcakes.
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Preparation Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 10 minutes
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Servings: 8 servings
Calories: 200 kcal

Ingredients 

Main Ingredients

  • 1 cup unsalted butter softened
  • 3 ½ cups powdered sugar
  • ½ cup cocoa powder unsweetened
  • ½ cup heavy cream
  • 2 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • ¼ teaspoon salt

Instructions 

  1. In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened butter until creamy.
  2. Gradually add the powdered sugar and cocoa powder, beating on low speed until combined.
  3. Add the heavy cream, vanilla extract, and salt. Beat on high speed for 3 minutes until fluffy.
  4. If the frosting is too thick, add a bit more cream. If too thin, add more powdered sugar.

Nutritional Value

Calories: 200kcal | Carbohydrates: 30g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 10g | Saturated Fat: 6g | Cholesterol: 30mg | Sodium: 50mg | Potassium: 50mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 28g | Vitamin A: 300IU | Calcium: 20mg | Iron: 1mg

Keywords

Chocolate, Frosting
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