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Judy John

Easy Chocolate Frosting Recipe

Easy Chocolate Frosting Recipe creates a smooth, fluffy cocoa frosting perfect for cakes, cupcakes, brownies, and cookies.
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Prep Time 8 minutes
Total Time 8 minutes
Servings: 18 cupcakes
Calories: 190
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • ½ cup 113 g unsalted butter, softened
  • 2 ½ cups 300 g powdered sugar, sifted
  • ½ cup 50 g unsweetened cocoa powder, sifted
  • 3 tablespoons milk
  • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
  • Pinch salt

Method
 

  1. Place ½ cup softened butter into mixing bowl.
  2. Beat butter until creamy and pale.
  3. Sift powdered sugar and cocoa powder together.
  4. Gradually add dry mixture into butter while mixing on low speed.
  5. Pour in 3 tablespoons milk and vanilla extract.
  6. Add pinch salt to balance sweetness.
  7. Beat on medium speed until smooth and fluffy.
  8. Adjust consistency with small splash of milk if needed.
  9. Spread over cooled cake or pipe onto cupcakes immediately.

Notes

Nutritional Values (Per Serving – per frosted cupcake)

Calories: 190
Total Fat: 9 g
Saturated Fat: 6 g
Carbohydrates: 26 g
Fiber: 1 g
Protein: 1 g

Vitamins & Minerals (Approximate % per serving):

Vitamin A: 7%
Iron: 6%
Magnesium: 3%
Phosphorus: 2%
Potassium: 2%

Additional Notes & Flavor Tips

  • Use high-quality cocoa for deeper flavor.
  • Sift dry ingredients to avoid lumps.
  • Add espresso powder for intensified richness.
  • Chill briefly for firmer piping detail.
  • Store covered at room temperature up to two days.
Easy Chocolate Frosting Recipe delivers bold cocoa flavor, creamy texture, and effortless bakery-style elegance.