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Fluffy & Quick Homemade Chocolate Buttercream Frosting

A rich slice of dark chocolate cake topped with thick, glossy chocolate frosting.
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Whip up this easy, fluffy chocolate buttercream frosting that tastes much better than store-bought. It is perfect for topping your favorite cakes and cupcakes.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 3 cups powdered sugar, sifted
  • 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder, sifted
  • 1/4 cup milk or heavy cream
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt

Instructions

  1. Place the softened butter in a large mixing bowl. Beat the butter with an electric mixer until it becomes light and creamy, about 2 minutes.
  2. Gradually add the sifted powdered sugar and cocoa powder to the butter, mixing on low speed until just combined. Scrape down the sides of the bowl as needed.
  3. Add the milk (or cream), vanilla extract, and salt to the mixture.
  4. Increase the mixer speed to medium-high. Beat for 3 to 5 minutes until the frosting is light, fluffy, and smooth. Add more milk, one teaspoon at a time, if the frosting is too stiff.
  5. Use immediately to frost your cakes or cupcakes.

Notes

  • For a richer chocolate flavor, use dark cocoa powder.
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  • To make the frosting glossy, beat in one extra tablespoon of milk at the end.
  • If you need a denser frosting for piping intricate designs, reduce the milk by one tablespoon.
  • This recipe is a great alternative to complicated meal planning when you need a quick dessert topping.

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