Mocha Frosting

Vegetarian
Gluten Free
Low Fod Map
Mocha Frosting
10 min.
10
243kcal

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If you're looking to elevate your dessert game, this Mocha Frosting is the perfect indulgence that combines the rich flavors of coffee and chocolate in a deliciously creamy delight. Whether you're icing a cake, topping cupcakes, or simply spreading it on your favorite treat, this frosting promises to awaken your taste buds and leave a lasting impression. In just 10 minutes, you can whip up a batch that serves 10, making it a fantastic option for gatherings, celebrations, or even just a sweet treat for yourself.

This recipe is not only vegetarian and gluten-free but also adheres to a low FODMAP diet, allowing everyone to partake in the deliciousness without worry. Its smooth texture and luscious taste are achieved by blending high-quality ingredients like unsweetened cocoa, rich butter, and hot brewed coffee, creating a heavenly concoction that pairs beautifully with a variety of baked goods. Imagine the aroma and the burst of flavor as you savor each bite!

Moreover, for those who enjoy a little twist, there's an option to transform this Mocha Frosting into Mocha-Almond Frosting by simply adjusting the vanilla and adding a hint of almond extract. So why wait? Discover the joy of making this delightful Mocha Frosting and watch it become a beloved addition to your recipe repertoire!

Ingredients

  • 0.5 cup butter softened
  • tablespoons hot-brewed coffee hot brewed
  • Tbsp half and half 
  • cups powdered sugar 
  • 0.7 cup cocoa powder unsweetened
  • teaspoons vanilla extract 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • whisk
  • stand mixer

Directions

  1. Whisk together sugar and cocoa in a medium bowl.
  2. Combine coffee and vanilla.
  3. Beat butter at medium speed with a heavy-duty electric stand mixer until creamy; gradually add sugar mixture alternately with coffee mixture, beating at low speed until blended. Beat in half-and-half, 1 Tbsp. at a time, until smooth and mixture has reached desired consistency.
  4. Mocha-Almond Frosting: Decrease vanilla extract to 1 tsp. Proceed with recipe as directed, adding 1/2 tsp. almond extract to coffee mixture in Step

Nutrition Facts

Calories243kcal
Protein2.12%
Fat36.62%
Carbs61.26%

Properties

Glycemic Index
5
Glycemic Load
0
Inflammation Score
-3
Nutrition Score
3.087826066205%

Flavonoids

Catechin
3.72mg
Epicatechin
11.26mg
Quercetin
0.58mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:242.73kcal
12.14%
Fat:10.51g
16.17%
Saturated Fat:6.61g
41.33%
Carbohydrates:39.55g
13.18%
Net Carbohydrates:37.43g
13.61%
Sugar:35.6g
39.56%
Cholesterol:25.98mg
8.66%
Sodium:77.81mg
3.38%
Alcohol:0.28g
100%
Alcohol %:0.56%
100%
Caffeine:14.96mg
4.99%
Protein:1.37g
2.73%
Manganese:0.22mg
11.22%
Copper:0.22mg
11.04%
Fiber:2.12g
8.49%
Magnesium:29.52mg
7.38%
Vitamin A:299.57IU
5.99%
Phosphorus:49.26mg
4.93%
Iron:0.82mg
4.58%
Potassium:99.89mg
2.85%
Zinc:0.42mg
2.82%
Vitamin B2:0.04mg
2.2%
Vitamin E:0.28mg
1.87%
Selenium:1.29µg
1.85%
Calcium:15.41mg
1.54%
Source:My Recipes