Smooth, fluffy chocolate frosting is such a dream! This Dark Chocolate Buttercream Frosting is super easy to make, with a richer flavor than a lot of chocolate buttercream frosting recipes. This frosting recipe is going to become of your favorite ways to top layer cakes and cupcakes! Use this homemade chocolate frosting to
top chocolate cupcakes, classic vanilla cupcakes, One Bowl Chocolate Cake, or One Bowl Vanilla Cake. Disclosure: As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases. Ingredients & SubstitutionsThis dark chocolate buttercream frosting recipe is made like most American buttercream recipes, so you will need a stand mixer or electric mixer. A hand mixer will also work. I prefer to use the paddle attachment vs the whisk attachment, however, both will produce good results. I find the paddle attachment creates smoother buttercream. This decadent frosting uses simple ingredients. There are a couple of additional ingredients, such as melted chocolate and a bit of coffee, that really amp up the chocolate flavor. Here is what you'll need to prepare this easy chocolate frosting recipe:
You'll notice this recipe does not include dark cocoa powder or unsweetened cocoa powder like some other chocolate frosting recipes. I have found this recipe makes for a wonderful frosting with a great chocolate frosting taste without this additional ingredient. And fewer ingredients is always a good thing in my personal opinion! Step 1Chop the chocolate and place it in a heatproof bowl over a pan set over simmering water (be sure the bowl is not touching the water so your chocolate does not scorch). Stir the chocolate until it's just melted and set aside until cooled to room temperature. Step 2In the bowl of an electric mixer fitted with the paddle attachment, beat the butter on medium-high speed until light yellow and fluffy, about 3 minutes. Add the heavy cream and vanilla and continue beating for 3 minutes. Step 3Turn the mixer to low, gradually add the powdered sugar, then beat at medium speed, scraping down the bowl as necessary, until smooth and creamy. Step 4In a separate bowl, dissolve the coffee in 2 teaspoons of the hottest tap water. With the mixer on low speed, add the chopped chocolate and dissolved coffee to the butter/sugar mixture and beat until blended and smooth. Step 5Spread immediately on the cooled cake and top with sprinkles, if using. Pro tips to achieve the right consistency for buttercream frosting
Like this recipe? Follow me on Pinterest for lots more recipes just like this one! And don’t forget to pin this recipe for later by clicking on one of the images below the recipe. Or, click on any of the images in this post to save to Pinterest. FAQsCan I make this frosting with semi-sweet chocolate or milk chocolate? Yes! Simply substitute the chocolate for semisweet chocolate or milk chocolate to change the flavor of the frosting. What is the difference between chocolate icing and chocolate frosting? Oftentimes the terms frosting and icing are used interchangeably. Technically speaking, frosting is typically thicker and fluffier than icing. Icing is often thinner, runnier and glossier than frosting and is used to top or decorate cookies or glaze cakes. Can I make frosting ahead of time? Absolutely! This frosting can be made up to one month ahead of time and stored in the fridge in an airtight container. When ready to use, bring the frosting to room temperature by leaving it on the counter for a couple of hours before using. Stir really well with a rubber spatula before adding to your piping bag or spreading on your cakes. What's the best way to store frosting? Store prepared frosting in an airtight container in the fridge for up to one month. Frosting may also be frozen for up to 3 months. Allow to thaw at room temperature and give a good stir with a rubber spatula before using FOR ALL MY FAVORITE BAKING TOOLS INCLUDING THOSE USED TO MAKE THIS RECIPE, CHECK OUT MY BAKING RESOURCES PAGE! More Recipes
Did you enjoy a KICKASS BAKER recipe? Please share a comment and leave a 5 Star ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Rating on this recipe! We appreciate you sharing your feedback! How To Make Dark Chocolate FrostingThis dark chocolate buttercream frosting is super easy to make, with a rich chocolate flavor and smooth, fluffy texture. Prep Time: 20 minutes Total Time: 20 minutes Course: All Recipes, Dessert Cuisine: American Keyword: baking, buttercream frosting, dark chocolate, dark chocolate buttercream frosting, frosting Servings: 24 Calories: 182kcal
Calories: 182kcal | Carbohydrates: 20g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 12g | Saturated Fat: 8g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.4g | Monounsaturated Fat: 3g | Trans Fat: 0.3g | Cholesterol: 22mg | Sodium: 2mg | Potassium: 11mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 18g | Vitamin A: 255IU | Vitamin C: 0.01mg | Calcium: 4mg | Iron: 0.02mg Tag @kickassbaker on Instagram so I can see! Reader InteractionsHow do you darken chocolate buttercream?How to make dark chocolate buttercream frosting:. Whip the butter.. Mix in espresso powder, dark cocoa powder, and vanilla.. Mix in the powdered sugar and heavy cream.. Enjoy!. How do you make dark brown buttercream icing?Instructions. Add butter to mixer.. Mix Dark Cocoa Powder and Powdered Sugar in a separate bowl.. Mix butter, Cocoa Powder and Powdered Sugar in mixer until combined.. Add Vanilla and mix.. Add Coffee and mix until frosting is the correct consistency.. Can you put melted chocolate on top of a cake?To put melted chocolate on a cake, you can make a chocolate ganache for topping your cake. Chocolate ganache is a type of icing or glaze that is made by using warm heavy cream to melt chocolate. The chocolate pieces that are melted by the warm cream melt slowly, therefore they must be in small pieces.
Can I add melted chocolate to vanilla frosting?Place the chocolate chips in a small bowl and place over a small pan of barely simmering water. Heat, stirring occasionally, until the chocolate is melted and smooth, about 2 minutes. Remove the pan from the heat. Add the melted chocolate to the vanilla frosting and stir until smooth.
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