Chocolate Buttercream

Name: Chocolate Buttercream
Yield: 1
Ingredients: 1/2 c. unsalted butter; 1/2 c. Unsweetened cocoa powder; 1 tsp. good-quality vanilla extract; 5 c. confectioners' sugar; 1/4 c. milk

Published: Mar 25, 2014

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This is one of my favorite frosting of all time. It's also one of those frostings where the quality of your ingredients make a difference. Opt for a good-quality cocoa powder and vanilla if possible. I often double the recipe so that I have some in the fridge — it's the perfect go-to frosting for any flavor cake!

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Ingredients

Directions

1. Step 1In a stand mixer using the paddle attachment, or in a large bowl, cream the butter, cocoa, and vanilla at medium speed for 1 to 2 minutes. Add the confectioners' sugar 1 cup at a time, adding in milk whenever the frosting gets too stiff or the mixer starts to struggle. After 4 cups of sugar have been added, add the rest of the milk and mix until the frosting is smooth and silky (about 2 minutes). For a stiffer consistency, add more confectioners' sugar, 1/4 cup at a time. If the frosting gets too stiff, add in more milk, 1 tablespoon at a time.