Best 2 Bittersweet Chocolate Frosting Recipes

Prepare to indulge in the rich and decadent experience of bittersweet chocolate frosting. Its exquisite, slightly bitter taste, balanced with just the right amount of sweetness, offers a symphony of flavors that will elevate any baking creation. Whether you are a seasoned baker or a novice in the kitchen, this guide will take you on a culinary journey to discover the secrets of crafting the perfect bittersweet chocolate frosting. From selecting the finest ingredients to mastering the techniques of preparation, you will learn everything you need to know to create a frosting that is not only visually stunning but also an explosion of flavors in your mouth. So, get ready to embark on this delightful adventure and discover the art of creating the ultimate bittersweet chocolate frosting.

Here are our top 2 tried and tested recipes!

BITTERSWEET CHOCOLATE FROSTING

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Categories Milk/Cream Mixer Chocolate Egg Dessert Quick & Easy Bon Appétit Kidney Friendly Vegetarian Pescatarian Wheat/Gluten-Free Peanut Free Tree Nut Free Soy Free Kosher

Yield Makes about 4 cups

Number Of Ingredients 8

Ingredients

1 1/2 cups sugar
6 large eggs yolks
1 tablespoon light corn syrup
1 1/2 cups whipping cream
6 ounces unsweetened chocolate, chopped
3 ounces semisweet chocolate, chopped
3/4 cup (1 1/2 sticks) unsalted butter, cut into pieces, room temperature
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

Steps:

Mix sugar, yolks, and syrup in small bowl. Bring cream to simmer in heavy 3-quart saucepan. Add both chocolates and stir over low heat until smooth. Remove from heat. Stir in butter, then sugar mixture. Cook over low heat until mixture registers 165°F to 170°F on candy thermometer, stirring constantly, about 10 minutes. Immediately pour mixture into bowl; do not scrape sides of pan. Add vanilla.
Using electric mixer, beat frosting until cool. Let frosting stand at room temperature until thick enough to spread, stirring occasionally, 1 1/2 hours.

BITTERSWEET CHOCOLATE CREAM CHEESE FROSTING

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I don't like traditional cream cheese frosting, so my friend made this and used it to frost chocolate cupcakes when I went to her place for lunch. She's right, add chocolate and I'll devour anything! She gave me this recipe (it's originally from Diana's Desserts), and I thought I'd share it with all my fellow chocoholics. Makes 1 3/4 cups of frosting (she frosted 12 large cupcakes). Cooking time is the estimated time for melting chocolate.

Provided by WaterMelon

Categories Dessert

Time 13m

Yield 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 5

Ingredients

3 ounces cream cheese, softened
2 cups powdered sugar
6 ounces bittersweet chocolate or 6 ounces semisweet chocolate, chopped
3 tablespoons milk
1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Steps:

Place chopped chocolate in a small microwave-safe bowl; nuke for 30 sec in HIGH, stir, nuke again, stir- repeat until chocolate is completely melted; set aside and cool.
Beat cream cheese and sugar together until light and fluffy.
Add melted chocolate, milk and vanilla, beat at low speed until smooth.
If necessary, add additional milk 1 tsp at a time for desired speading consistency.
Frost cakes, cupcakes or bars; store frosted items covered in refrigerator.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 105.5, Fat 2.6, SaturatedFat 1.5, Cholesterol 8.3, Sodium 25.1, Carbohydrate 20.5, Sugar 19.8, Protein 0.6

Tips:

Use high-quality bittersweet chocolate for the best flavor. A chocolate with a cocoa content of 70% or higher is ideal.
Make sure the butter and cream cheese are at room temperature before you start making the frosting. This will help them blend together smoothly.
If you don't have a stand mixer, you can make the frosting with a hand mixer. Just be sure to beat the butter and cream cheese until they are very light and fluffy before adding the chocolate.
Don't overbeat the frosting once you've added the chocolate. Otherwise, it will become grainy.
If you want a thicker frosting, chill it for a few hours before using.
This frosting can be used to frost cakes, cupcakes, or brownies. It can also be used as a filling for pies and tarts.

Conclusion:

This bittersweet chocolate frosting is a rich, decadent, and delicious way to top your favorite desserts. It's easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. Whether you like it thick or thin, sweet or less sweet, this frosting is sure to please.