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Chocolate cupcakes with swirled frosting on white background.

Chocolate Fudge Frosting

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Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Servings 24
Calories 186 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup unsalted butter softened
  • 4 cups powdered sugar sifted
  • 3/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/3 cup heavy cream
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 1/2 cup semisweet chocolate chips melted and cooled

Instructions
 

  • Using an electric hand mixer or stand mixer fitted with the paddle attachment, beat the softened butter on medium speed until smooth and creamy, about 1–2 minutes.
    Creamy butter and sugar mixture in stand mixer for baking recipe.
  • Reduce the speed to low and gradually add the sifted powdered sugar and cocoa powder, about 1/2 cup at a time. Beat after each addition until fully incorporated, scraping down the sides of the bowl as needed.
    Rich chocolate cake batter in a stand mixer with chocolate chunks and baking ingredients in the background.
  • Add the salt, heavy cream, and vanilla extract. Beat on medium speed until the frosting is light, smooth, and well combined, about 1–2 minutes.
  • Fold in the melted and cooled chocolate chips using a spatula. Mix gently just until the frosting is evenly blended and glossy.
  • Check the consistency. If the frosting is too thick, add more heavy cream, 1 tablespoon at a time. If it's too thin, add more powdered sugar. Stir after each addition just until smooth and spreadable.
  • Use right away or cover and refrigerate.
    Cream-filled chocolate cupcakes with piping bag decorating them.

Nutrition

Calories: 186kcalCarbohydrates: 24gProtein: 1gFat: 11gSaturated Fat: 7gSodium: 28mgFiber: 1g
Keyword Chocolate Fudge Frosting
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