Chocolate Fudge Icing

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Servings: 6 Difficulty: Intermediate
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Rich, glossy, and intensely chocolatey frosting perfect for cakes and cupcakes
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This classic chocolate fudge icing is a baker’s secret weapon for adding a decadent finish to any dessert. Unlike fluffy buttercreams, this glaze is dense, smooth, and deeply flavorful, relying on the perfect balance of sugar, milk, and real chocolate to create a luxurious texture. It sets with a slight firmness that mimics candy fudge, making it ideal for layer cakes, carrot cake, or as a dip for strawberries. The preparation involves cooking the sugar syrup to the soft-ball stage before folding in melted chocolate, resulting in a glossy sheen that is visually stunning. It&# 226;€™s a timeless recipe that brings a touch of old-fashioned elegance to modern baking, offering a rich cocoa experience that pairs beautifully with vanilla sponge or moist chocolate cakes.

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Chocolate Fudge Icing

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Difficulty: Intermediate
Servings: 6 Calories: 25.2

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This classic chocolate fudge icing is a baker's secret weapon for adding a decadent finish to any dessert. Unlike fluffy buttercreams, this glaze is dense, smooth, and deeply flavorful, relying on the perfect balance of sugar, milk, and real chocolate to create a luxurious texture. It sets with a slight firmness that mimics candy fudge, making it ideal for layer cakes, carrot cake, or as a dip for strawberries. The preparation involves cooking the sugar syrup to the soft-ball stage before folding in melted chocolate, resulting in a glossy sheen that is visually stunning. It&# 226;€™s a timeless recipe that brings a touch of old-fashioned elegance to modern baking, offering a rich cocoa experience that pairs beautifully with vanilla sponge or moist chocolate cakes.

Ingredients

Directions

  1. In a heavy-bottomed saucepan, combine the sugar and salt.
  2. Add the milk to the saucepan and stir gently to combine.
  3. Place the saucepan over medium heat and bring the mixture to a boil, stirring occasionally until the sugar dissolves.
  4. Once boiling, stop stirring and attach a candy thermometer to the side of the pan.
  5. Cook the mixture until it reaches 235°F (113°C) (soft-ball stage), which should take about 5-8 minutes.
  6. Remove the pan from the heat immediately.
  7. Stir in the grated chocolate until it is completely melted and the mixture is smooth.
  8. Let the icing cool to room temperature, stirring occasionally to prevent skin from forming.
  9. Beat the icing vigorously with a spoon or mixer until it thickens and becomes creamy and spreadable.
  10. Spread or pipe onto cooled cakes or cupcakes immediately.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 6

Amount Per Serving
Calories 25.2kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 0.6g1%
Saturated Fat 0.4g2%
Cholesterol 1.2mg1%
Sodium 24.0mg1%
Total Carbohydrate 3.0g1%
Dietary Fiber 0.0g0%
Sugars 3.0g
Protein 2.0g4%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

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