Chocolate Buttercream Frosting

Vegetarian
Gluten Free
Chocolate Buttercream Frosting
45 min.
9
307kcal

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If you're looking to elevate your baked goods, look no further than this decadent Chocolate Buttercream Frosting. Perfectly smooth and rich, this frosting is a sweet treat that complements cakes, cupcakes, and even cookies, making it a versatile addition to your dessert repertoire. Whether you're celebrating a special occasion or simply indulging your sweet tooth, this delightful frosting will leave your taste buds dancing with joy.

Made with simple ingredients, including creamy butter, velvety cocoa powder, and a touch of vanilla extract, our Chocolate Buttercream Frosting boasts a luscious texture that is both spreadable and pipeable. With a preparation time of just 45 minutes, you can whip up a batch in no time, ensuring your desserts are always dressed to impress! Plus, it's vegetarian and gluten-free, making it a crowd-pleaser that everyone can enjoy.

Each serving delivers a rich chocolate flavor and smooth consistency, offering just the right balance of sweetness without overwhelming your palate. Whether you're frosting a towering chocolate cake or simply dipping fresh strawberries into a bowl of frosting, this recipe is sure to become a go-to in your kitchen. So, grab your mixing bowl and let's get ready to create a delightful treat that will make any dessert sing!

Ingredients

  • 0.5 cup butter softened
  • Tbsp milk 
  • 16 oz powdered sugar 
  • 0.1 teaspoon salt 
  • 0.7 cup cocoa powder unsweetened
  • teaspoon vanilla extract 

Equipment

  • whisk
  • hand mixer

Directions

  1. Beat first 3 ingredients at medium speed with an electric mixer until creamy.
  2. Whisk together powdered sugar and cocoa. Gradually add powdered sugar mixture alternately with 3 Tbsp. milk, 1 Tbsp. at a time, beating at low speed until blended and smooth after each addition. Beat in up to 4 Tbsp. additional milk for desired consistency.

Nutrition Facts

Calories307kcal
Protein2%
Fat31.33%
Carbs66.67%

Properties

Glycemic Index
9.78
Glycemic Load
0.15
Inflammation Score
-3
Nutrition Score
3.5300000983736%

Flavonoids

Catechin
4.13mg
Epicatechin
12.51mg
Quercetin
0.64mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:307.28kcal
15.36%
Fat:11.37g
17.49%
Saturated Fat:7.15g
44.7%
Carbohydrates:54.44g
18.15%
Net Carbohydrates:52.08g
18.94%
Sugar:49.87g
55.41%
Cholesterol:28.11mg
9.37%
Sodium:118.94mg
5.17%
Alcohol:0.15g
100%
Alcohol %:0.25%
100%
Caffeine:14.65mg
4.88%
Protein:1.63g
3.26%
Manganese:0.25mg
12.39%
Copper:0.25mg
12.27%
Fiber:2.36g
9.43%
Magnesium:33.09mg
8.27%
Vitamin A:328.65IU
6.57%
Phosphorus:58.23mg
5.82%
Iron:0.92mg
5.11%
Potassium:114.03mg
3.26%
Zinc:0.49mg
3.23%
Vitamin B2:0.04mg
2.42%
Calcium:22mg
2.2%
Selenium:1.5µg
2.14%
Vitamin E:0.3mg
2.02%
Vitamin B12:0.07µg
1.11%
Vitamin K:1.07µg
1.02%
Source:My Recipes