Fluffy Homemade Chocolate Frosting

This recipe uses ingredients you likely have on hand for a smooth fluffy frosting that looks and tastes great!

Ingredients

Chocolate: The chocolate flavor comes from both cocoa powder and melted chocolate.

Sugar: This recipe uses granulated sugar and since it’s cooked in the base, its dissolved completely for a smooth fluffy frosting.

Milk & Flour: These two ingredients are cooked with cocoa powder and sugar to make the base.

Butter: Butter makes the frosting fluffy, rich, and spreadable Use unsalted butter for the best results.

Variations: Swap the vanilla for a little bit of almond or brandy extract.

How to Make Chocolate Frosting

Whisk sugar, cocoa, flour, and milk in a saucepan (per the recipe below).
Bring to a boil to thicken and cool completely.
Cream butter until fluffy. Beat in the cooled cocoa mixture and melted chocolate.
Whip until frosting is light & fluffy.

Tips for Perfection

Whisk the dry ingredients into cold milk for best results.
Use unsalted butter and add your own salt.
Ensure the cocoa mixture is completely cooled so it doesn’t melt the butter.
A stand mixer works best for this recipe as it needs to whip for a long time.
Ensure the cake is completely cooled before frosting.

To Make Ahead

Creamy chocolate frosting can be made ahead and stored in the refrigerator in a covered container. To use, remove from the refrigerator and let come to room temperature. If needed, beat until the frosting is smooth and creamy again.
Chocolate buttercream frosting freezes easily in a zippered bag for up to 3 months. Simply allow it to come to room temperature and beat in a bowl until fluffy.

Ways to Use Chocolate Frosting

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Best Ever Chocolate Cake – a 5 star recipe
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Texas Sheet Cake – perfect for a crowd
Ice Cream Cone Cupcakes – a kid favorite

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