Mocha Icing

Vegetarian
Gluten Free
Low Fod Map
Mocha Icing
45 min.
8
253kcal

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Are you ready to take your dessert game to the next level? Our Mocha Icing is here to transform any cake into a decadent treat that's sure to impress. With its rich, chocolatey flavor and a hint of coffee, this icing combines the best of both worlds for coffee lovers and chocolate aficionados alike.

What makes this recipe truly special is not just its delightful taste but also its accommodation of a variety of dietary preferences. This Mocha Icing is vegetarian, gluten-free, and low FODMAP, making it a fantastic choice for gatherings where guests may have different dietary restrictions. Plus, it only takes 45 minutes to whip up, allowing you to spend more time enjoying your sweet creation rather than slaving away in the kitchen.

Imagine a velvety layer of this luscious icing adorning your favorite cake, with its glossy finish inviting everyone to dive in for a slice. The combination of melted butter, confectioners' sugar, and cocoa powder gives it the perfect texture to spread smoothly and hold its shape. A touch of vanilla and a sprinkle of chopped walnuts on top add that final flourish, making this icing not just a topping, but a centerpiece of any dessert.

So gather your ingredients, and let’s get started on creating this delightful Mocha Icing that will not only elevate your cakes but also leave your guests asking for seconds!

Ingredients

  • 0.3 cup butter melted
  • cups confectioners' sugar 
  • 0.1 teaspoon salt 
  • 0.3 cup strong hot brewed
  • 0.3 cup cocoa powder unsweetened
  • teaspoon vanilla extract 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • hand mixer

Directions

  1. Combine coffee and cocoa in small bowl of electric mixer. Beat until blended.
  2. Add sugar, butter or margarine, salt, and vanilla. Beat until blended. Scrape bowl, and beat icing until it has a spreading consistency.
  3. Frost the cake, and sprinkle with chopped walnuts if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Calories253kcal
Protein1.2%
Fat27.74%
Carbs71.06%

Properties

Glycemic Index
6.25
Glycemic Load
0
Inflammation Score
-2
Nutrition Score
2.0100000131389%

Flavonoids

Catechin
2.32mg
Epicatechin
7.04mg
Quercetin
0.36mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:252.57kcal
12.63%
Fat:8.16g
12.56%
Saturated Fat:5.15g
32.19%
Carbohydrates:47.05g
15.68%
Net Carbohydrates:45.73g
16.63%
Sugar:44.14g
49.05%
Cholesterol:20.34mg
6.78%
Sodium:99.05mg
4.31%
Alcohol:0.17g
100%
Alcohol %:0.32%
100%
Caffeine:12.19mg
4.06%
Protein:0.79g
1.59%
Manganese:0.14mg
7.14%
Copper:0.14mg
6.98%
Fiber:1.33g
5.3%
Vitamin A:236.36IU
4.73%
Magnesium:18.43mg
4.61%
Iron:0.53mg
2.94%
Phosphorus:28.9mg
2.89%
Potassium:63.22mg
1.81%
Zinc:0.26mg
1.73%
Vitamin B2:0.03mg
1.67%
Vitamin E:0.22mg
1.49%
Selenium:0.88µg
1.25%
Source:Allrecipes