Mellow Chocolate Frosting

This Mellow Chocolate Frosting is a decadent treat that transforms any plain cake into a dessert masterpiece. Made with melted unsweetened chocolate, butter, and vanilla, it offers a deep, authentic cocoa flavor that isn't overly sweet. The texture is smooth and spreadable, cooling to a firm yet tender consistency on an ice bath. It&# 226;ÂÂs ideal for layer cakes, cupcakes, or even as a dip for fresh fruit. Simple ingredients come together quickly to create a professional-quality finish that tastes homemade. This classic recipe is a reliable favorite for birthdays, holidays, or whenever you crave a serious chocolate indulgence.

Cuisine: Global

Courses: Sauces & Condiments

Difficulty: Intermediate

Servings: 1

Calories: 942.1

Dietary: Gluten-free, Vegetarian

Description

This Mellow Chocolate Frosting is a decadent treat that transforms any plain cake into a dessert masterpiece. Made with melted unsweetened chocolate, butter, and vanilla, it offers a deep, authentic cocoa flavor that isn't overly sweet. The texture is smooth and spreadable, cooling to a firm yet tender consistency on an ice bath. It&# 226;ÂÂs ideal for layer cakes, cupcakes, or even as a dip for fresh fruit. Simple ingredients come together quickly to create a professional-quality finish that tastes homemade. This classic recipe is a reliable favorite for birthdays, holidays, or whenever you crave a serious chocolate indulgence.

Ingredients

2 cup Powdered sugar; sifted
2 tablespoon Butter; melted
1 teaspoon Vanilla
1/8 teaspoon Salt
3 ounce Unsweetened chocolate; melt
1/3 cup Milk

Directions

1
Melt the unsweetened chocolate in a microwave-safe bowl or double boiler until smooth and liquid.
2
In a large mixing bowl, combine the melted chocolate, melted butter, vanilla extract, salt, and milk.
3
Add the sifted powdered sugar to the wet ingredients.
4
Beat the mixture with a rotary beater or electric mixer on medium speed until well blended and smooth.
5
Place the mixing bowl into a larger bowl filled with cracked ice or ice water.
6
Continue beating the frosting while it cools in the ice bath until it thickens to a spreadable consistency.
7
If the frosting is too thick, add additional milk or cream one tablespoon at a time until desired consistency is reached.
8
Spread immediately over cooled cakes or cupcakes.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 1

Amount Per Serving
Calories 942.1kcal

% Daily Value *
Total Fat 28.8g45%
Saturated Fat 17.5g88%
Cholesterol 16.5mg6%
Sodium 684.9mg29%
Total Carbohydrate 166.0g56%
Dietary Fiber 8.7g35%
Sugars 155.7g
Protein 4.6g10%

* 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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