Best 10 Chocolate Butter Creme Frosting Recipes

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Chocolate butter creme frosting, a delectable and versatile confection, is a culinary masterpiece that transforms ordinary baked goods into extraordinary treats. With its smooth, velvety texture, rich chocolate flavor, and luscious sweetness, it elevates cupcakes, cakes, cookies, and more to new heights of indulgence. Whether you're a seasoned baker or a novice in the kitchen, creating chocolate butter creme frosting at home is a rewarding and gratifying experience. This article will guide you through the essential steps and techniques involved in crafting this classic frosting, ensuring a successful and delicious outcome every time.

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CHOCOLATE BUTTERCREAM FROSTING



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The most delicious and simple Chocolate Buttercream Frosting recipe! This chocolate frosting pipes great also.

Provided by Melissa Diamond

Number Of Ingredients 6

3 sticks (339g) unsalted butter, softened (do not soften butter in the microwave)
8 cups powdered sugar (icing sugar in UK) (920g) more if needed. ** For cupcakes, I like to use 7c. (805g) for a softer frosting
1 cup (82g) unsweeteded cocoa (not Dutch processed, measure then sift
3/4 (180g) milk plus 2 Tablespoons or more if needed to reach the spreading consistency you like
2 teaspoons vanilla (12 grams)
1 teaspoon salt (6g) we like the finer grain of plain popcorn salt, to cut the sweetness

Steps:

  • Add butter and mix on low to medium speed until smooth. Add vanilla and blend into the butter. Add powdered sugar, salt, and cocoa powder.
  • Add most of the milk. Begin mixing at low speed so you won't have a cloud of powdered sugar in your kitchen.
  • Continue to mix adding remaining milk as needed. It may take 5 to 6 minutes to reach the smoothness and consistency you like. It will take longer if using a hand mixer. As you mix the frosting will become very smooth. You can add additional milk (1 Tablespoon at a time) if the frosting is too thick or additional powdered sugar if too soft.

CHOCOLATE BUTTER-CREME FROSTING



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Great on Double Chocolate cookies.

Provided by k. blackburn

Categories     Desserts     Frostings and Icings     Chocolate

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 ½ cups confectioners' sugar
¼ cup butter, softened
1 pinch salt
1 ½ (1 ounce) squares unsweetened chocolate, melted
1 ½ tablespoons milk
1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Steps:

  • In small bowl mix at medium speed, sugar, butter (softened), and salt until light and fluffy.
  • Add melted chocolate, milk and vanilla extract, beating until well blended.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 167.7 calories, Carbohydrate 24.2 g, Cholesterol 15.5 mg, Fat 8.6 g, Fiber 0.9 g, Protein 0.8 g, SaturatedFat 5.4 g, Sodium 62.9 mg, Sugar 22.3 g

CHOCOLATE BUTTERCREAM FROSTING



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Make and share this Chocolate Buttercream Frosting recipe from Food.com.

Provided by PalatablePastime

Categories     Dessert

Time 10m

Yield 3 3/4 cups

Number Of Ingredients 5

6 tablespoons butter, softened
2 2/3 cups confectioners' sugar
1/2 cup cocoa
1/3 cup milk
1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla

Steps:

  • Place butter in a bowl and beat until creamy.
  • Add sugar and cocoa, mixing well.
  • Stir in milk in portions, stirring each time.
  • Add vanilla.
  • Spread on cooled cake or other items needing frosting.

CHOCOLATE BUTTERCREAM FROSTING (6-MINUTE RECIPE)



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This American chocolate buttercream frosting is decadent, indulgent, and chocolatey. It has just the right amount of sweetness and is perfect for spreading or piping on cakes or Chocolate Cupcakes.

Provided by Natasha Kravchuk

Categories     Easy

Time 6m

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 cup unsalted butter (softened)
3 cups confectioners sugar
1/2 cup unsweetened natural cocoa powder
3 to 4 Tbsp heavy whipping cream
2 tsp pure vanilla extract
1/4 tsp salt

Steps:

  • With a handheld mixer or stand mixer fitted with a whisk attachment, beat butter on high speed for about 3 minutes or until creamy and lightened in color, scraping down the bowl as needed.
  • Add confectioners sugar, cocoa powder, 3 Tbsp heavy cream, 2 tsp vanilla extract, and 1/4 tsp salt.
  • Beat on low speed until sugar is incorporated then increase to medium/high speed and beat for 3 minutes, scraping down the bowl several times to ensure everything is well blended. Add another Tablespoon of heavy cream if needed to thin the frosting.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 275 kcal, Carbohydrate 32 g, Protein 1 g, Fat 17 g, SaturatedFat 11 g, TransFat 1 g, Cholesterol 46 mg, Sodium 53 mg, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 30 g, ServingSize 1 serving

CHOCOLATE BUTTERCREAM FROSTING



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Provided by Ina Garten

Yield about 4 cups

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 pound bittersweet chocolate
12 ounces semisweet chocolate
3/4 cup egg whites (4-5 extra-large eggs), at room temperature
1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
1/4 teaspoon cream of tartar
3/4 teaspoon kosher salt
1 1/2 pounds unsalted butter, at room temperature
3 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
3 teaspoons instant espresso powder, dissolved in 1 1/2 teaspoons water
3 tablespoons dark rum, optional

Steps:

  • Chop the chocolates and place them in a heat-proof bowl set over a pan simmering water. Stir until melted and set aside until cooled to room temperature.
  • Mix the egg whites, sugar, cream of tartar, and salt in the bowl of an electric mixer fitted with a whisk attachment. Place the bowl of egg whites over the pan of simmering water and heat the egg whites until they are warm to the touch, about 5 minutes. Return the bowl to the electric mixer and whisk on high speed for 5 minutes, or until the meringue is cool and holds a stiff peak.
  • Add the butter, 1 tablespoon at a time, while beating on medium speed. Scrape down the bowl, add the melted chocolate, vanilla, espresso, and rum, if using, and mix for 1 minute or until the chocolate is completely blended in. If the buttercream seems very soft, allow it to cool, and beat it again.

CHOCOLATE BUTTERCREAM FROSTING



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Make homemade frosting with just a few ingredients and in just a few minutes.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Dessert

Time 10m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 5

3 cups powdered sugar
1/3 cup butter or margarine, softened
2 teaspoons vanilla
3 oz unsweetened baking chocolate, melted and cooled
3 to 4 tablespoons milk

Steps:

  • In medium bowl, beat powdered sugar and butter with spoon or electric mixer on low speed until blended. Stir in vanilla and chocolate.
  • Gradually beat in just enough milk to make frosting smooth and spreadable. If frosting is too thick, beat in more milk, a few drops at a time. If frosting becomes too thin, beat in a small amount of powdered sugar. Frosts 13x9-inch cake generously, or fills and frosts an 8- or 9-inch two-layer cake.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 210, Carbohydrate 32 g, Cholesterol 15 mg, Fat 1 1/2, Fiber 1 g, Protein 0 g, SaturatedFat 5 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 35 mg, Sugar 29 g, TransFat 0 g

CHOCOLATE BUTTERCREAM FROSTING



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This recipe, from the How Sweet It Is bakery in New York City, is used to make delicious Mexican Chocolate-Pudding-Filled Cupcakes.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Dessert & Treats Recipes     Cake Recipes     Fillings & Frostings     Buttercream Frosting Recipes

Yield Makes enough for 15 cupcakes

Number Of Ingredients 4

2 cups sugar
1 cup egg whites (about 6 large)
1 1/4 cups (2 1/2 sticks) unsalted butter, cut into small pieces
16 ounces dark chocolate, melted and cooled slightly

Steps:

  • Place sugar and egg whites in the bowl of an electric mixer set over (but not touching) a pan of simmering water. Whisk constantly until mixture is heated and sugar is dissolved. Attach bowl to an electric mixer fitted with the whisk attachment and continue whisking until cooled and stiff peaks form, about 7 minutes.
  • With the mixer running, add butter, one piece at a time, until completely incorporated. Continue whisking until a light, fluffy cream has formed. Stir in chocolate until well combined.

BASIC CHOCOLATE BUTTERCREAM ICING



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This is a basic recipe that allows you to make the choice of how sweet it is. Top cupcakes and muffins and especially chocolate zucchini cakes with this icing.

Provided by Kaley

Categories     Desserts     Frostings and Icings     Chocolate

Time 10m

Yield 16

Number Of Ingredients 5

⅓ cup butter, at room temperature
½ cup unsweetened cocoa powder, divided
⅓ cup milk
1 tablespoon vanilla extract
1 (16 ounce) package confectioners' sugar, sifted

Steps:

  • Beat butter and 1/4 cup cocoa powder together in a bowl with an electric mixer on low until light and fluffy. Gradually add milk, remaining 1/4 cup cocoa powder, and vanilla extract; beat until smooth. Add confectioners' sugar, about 2 tablespoons at a time, until desired consistency is reached.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 153.9 calories, Carbohydrate 29.7 g, Cholesterol 10.6 mg, Fat 4.3 g, Fiber 0.9 g, Protein 0.7 g, SaturatedFat 2.7 g, Sodium 30.2 mg, Sugar 27.8 g

PERFECT CHOCOLATE BUTTERCREAM FROSTING



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This decadent chocolate buttercream frosting is a hit for any special occasion. It's rich, creamy, and simple.

Provided by FoodJunkie

Categories     Desserts     Frostings and Icings     Chocolate

Time 10m

Yield 24

Number Of Ingredients 5

5 cups powdered sugar
¾ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
1 cup unsalted butter, softened
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
5 tablespoons whipping cream, or more as needed

Steps:

  • Combine powdered sugar and cocoa powder in a large bowl. Add butter and mix with an electric mixer until crumbly. Slowly add whipping cream and mix until frosting comes together. Add vanilla extract and mix to the desired texture, adding more whipping cream, 1 tablespoon at a time, if frosting is too thick.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 187.3 calories, Carbohydrate 27.6 g, Cholesterol 24.6 mg, Fat 9.2 g, Fiber 0.9 g, Protein 0.7 g, SaturatedFat 5.8 g, Sodium 3.1 mg, Sugar 25.7 g

BUTTERCREAM FROSTING



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This basic buttery frosting has unmatchable homemade taste. With a few simple variations, you can come up with different colors and flavors-from orange, lemon and mint to chocolate and peanut butter. -Diana Wilson, Denver, Colorado

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 15m

Yield about 4 cups.

Number Of Ingredients 4

1 cup butter, softened
8 cups confectioners' sugar
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
1/2 to 3/4 cup milk

Steps:

  • In a bowl, cream butter. Beat in sugar and vanilla. Add milk until frosting reaches desired consistency.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 453 calories, Fat 16g fat (10g saturated fat), Cholesterol 42mg cholesterol, Sodium 160mg sodium, Carbohydrate 80g carbohydrate (75g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 0 protein.

Tips:

  • Use high-quality butter and cream cheese for the best flavor and texture.
  • Make sure the butter and cream cheese are at room temperature before creaming them together. This will help them combine smoothly and create a light and fluffy frosting.
  • Add the confectioners' sugar gradually, beating well after each addition. This will help prevent the frosting from becoming too thick or gritty.
  • If the frosting is too thick, add a little milk or cream until it reaches the desired consistency.
  • If the frosting is too thin, add more confectioners' sugar until it reaches the desired consistency.
  • For a richer frosting, add a tablespoon or two of cocoa powder.
  • For a more flavorful frosting, add a teaspoon or two of vanilla extract or almond extract.
  • For a fun and festive frosting, add some sprinkles, chopped nuts, or grated chocolate.

Conclusion:

Chocolate buttercream frosting is a delicious and versatile frosting that can be used on a variety of cakes, cupcakes, and other desserts. It is easy to make and can be customized to your liking. With a few simple tips, you can make a perfect chocolate buttercream frosting that will be the star of your next dessert.

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