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Chocolate Frosting Recipe

Chocolate Frosting

This easy and creamy chocolate frosting is a go-to for cakes, cupcakes, and brownies. Made with cocoa powder, butter, and evaporated milk, it spreads beautifully and tastes like milk chocolate in frosting form.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 0 minutes
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Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 12 servings
Course: Dessert, Frosting
Cuisine: American
Calories: 179
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Frosting Ingredients
  • 2 3/4 cups confectioners' sugar
  • 6 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 6 tablespoons unsalted butter at room temperature
  • 5 tablespoons evaporated milk
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Electric mixer
  • Spatula
  • Sifter

Method
 

  1. Sift together the confectioners' sugar and cocoa powder in a medium mixing bowl to remove any lumps.
  2. In a large bowl, beat the butter with an electric mixer until smooth and fluffy.
  3. Gradually add the sugar-cocoa mixture to the butter, alternating with the evaporated milk. Mix until well combined.
  4. Stir in the vanilla extract and beat on high speed for 3–5 minutes until the frosting is light and fluffy.
  5. Adjust consistency if needed by adding a little more milk or sugar. Use immediately or refrigerate until needed.

Notes

Store any leftover frosting in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days. Let it come to room temperature and rewhip before using. For a richer flavor, use dark cocoa powder.