Coffee lovers, get ready to indulge in a delectable treat! If you're looking to add a unique and flavorful twist to your baked creations, coffee-flavored frosting is the perfect choice. With its rich aroma and subtle bitterness, it complements a variety of cakes, cupcakes, and cookies. Whether you prefer a classic buttercream or a light and fluffy whipped cream frosting, there's a coffee-infused recipe that will satisfy your cravings. So grab your apron, preheat your oven, and let's embark on a culinary journey to discover the best coffee-flavored frosting recipe for your next sweet creation.
Here are our top 9 tried and tested recipes!
COFFEE BUTTERCREAM FROSTING
Calling all coffee lovers. This rich and creamy Coffee Buttercream Frosting is the perfect addition to all your cakes and confections. Just 4 ingredients and ready in 5 minutes!
Provided by Gina Kleinworth
Categories Dessert
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Place the butter in a large mixer bowl and beat on high speed for several minutes until light and fluffy.
- Sift in half of the confectioner's sugar and beat again, starting slowly until incorporated and then increase to high until well-whipped.
- Add the remaining confectioner's sugar along with the cold coffee, and the milk and mix slowly until just incorporated. Then increase the speed and beat well until whipped and creamy.
- Spread or pipe onto your baked treats - cake, cupcakes, etc.
- Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 7 days or freeze for up to 3 months.
COFFEE BUTTER FROSTING
For coffee lovers. A delicious mocha frosting. Perfect with chocolate, caramel, or white cakes.
Provided by GINGER P
Categories Desserts Frostings and Icings Chocolate
Time 10m
Yield 12
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- In a small bowl, stir together the confectioners sugar and cocoa powder. In another bowl, beat the butter until creamy, gradually beat in the sugar mixture, being sure to scrape the bottom of the bowl, occasionally. Finally stir in the coffee, and beat until smooth.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 104.5 calories, Carbohydrate 15.2 g, Cholesterol 13.5 mg, Fat 5.2 g, Fiber 0.1 g, Protein 0.1 g, SaturatedFat 3.3 g, Sodium 36.5 mg, Sugar 14.7 g
COFFEE ICING
Use strong brewed coffee in this quick and easy cake icing recipe with butter and vanilla extract.
Provided by Carol
Categories Desserts Frostings and Icings
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Beat together confectioners' sugar, butter or margarine, coffee, and vanilla until smooth. Add more liquid or confectioners' sugar as needed.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 225.6 calories, Carbohydrate 39.9 g, Cholesterol 20.3 mg, Fat 7.7 g, Protein 0.1 g, SaturatedFat 4.9 g, Sodium 55.1 mg, Sugar 39.3 g
COFFEE BUTTERCREAM
Flavored with instant espresso powder, this lively frosting goes especially well with chocolate desserts, whether it's a simple batch of cupcakes or Martha's next-level Chocolate Meringue Cake with Coffee Buttercream.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Dessert & Treats Recipes Cake Recipes Fillings & Frostings Buttercream Frosting Recipes
Time 25m
Yield Makes 8 cups
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- In a small bowl, dissolve espresso powder in hot water; set aside. In the heatproof bowl of an electric mixer, combine egg whites, sugar, and salt. Set the bowl over a pan of simmering water. Whisk constantly until sugar has dissolved and whites are hot to the touch, 3 to 5 minutes.
- Transfer mixture to the bowl of an electric mixer fitted with the whisk attachment and mix on low speed, gradually increasing to high speed, until stiff, glossy peaks form, about 10 minutes.
- With machine running on low speed, add butter to the egg whites, beating until smooth. Add the espresso mixture and continue beating until incorporated.
COFFEE BUTTERCREAM FROSTING RECIPE
Bring java flavor to your buttercream frosting. This Coffee Buttercream Frosting uses instant coffee to give cakes and cupcakes an unforgettable topper.
Provided by My Food and Family
Categories Recipes
Time 5m
Yield 2-1/2 cups or 20 servings, 2 Tbsp. each
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Dissolve flavored instant coffee in hot milk; set aside.
- Beat butter in large bowl with electric mixer on medium speed until creamy. Gradually add sugar, beating on low speed after each addition until well blended. Add coffee mixture; mix well.
- Let frosting stand, if necessary, until of desired spreading consistency. Use to frost your favorite cake or cupcakes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 150, Fat 5 g, SaturatedFat 3.5 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 10 mg, Sodium 45 mg, Carbohydrate 0 g, Fiber 0 g, Sugar 0 g, Protein 0 g
CHOCOLATE CAKE WITH COFFEE FROSTING
I work evenings in the operating room at our local hospital. Since getting away for meals can be difficult, we occasionally plan potlucks. I'm frequently asked to bring my "chocolate cake with the special icing". -Irene Peery Charlottesville, Virginia
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 50m
Yield 9 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 18
Steps:
- In a large bowl, combine the flour, sugar, baking soda and salt; set aside. In a microwave-safe bowl, combine the chocolate and butter. Cover and microwave on high for 1 minute. Stir; cook 30 seconds longer or until melted., In a small bowl, combine the buttermilk, oil and egg. Add to dry ingredients; beat just until combined. Add the chocolate mixture and vanilla. , Pour into a greased 8-in. square baking dish. Bake at 350° for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Cool completely on a wire rack., For frosting, in a saucepan, combine the sugar, cornstarch, salt and chocolate; stir in the coffee until blended. Bring to a boil over medium heat; cook and stir until mixture is thickened. Remove from the heat; stir in butter and vanilla. Spread warm frosting over cake.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 394 calories, Fat 18g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 30mg cholesterol, Sodium 361mg sodium, Carbohydrate 56g carbohydrate (34g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 4g protein.
5-MINUTE COFFEE BUTTERCREAM FROSTING RECIPE
This homemade coffee buttercream frosting is fluffy, delicious, and amazingly easy to make. The recipe uses instant coffee, softened butter, powdered sugar and 1/2 tsp of milk. It's packed with coffee flavor is perfect for cakes, cupcakes, and more.
Provided by Sam Adler
Categories Cakes
Time 10m
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Add the 1 cup softened butter to the bowl of a hand or stand mixer fitted with the paddle attachment. Add the sifted 3 cups of confectioners sugar and beat on low speed working up to medium for 2 minutes.
- Dissolve 1 tsp of the instant coffee granules in 1 tbsp of water. With the mixer on medium speed add the coffee to the bowl. Stop and scrape down the bowl. Add the 1/2 tsp cream and the remaining 1/2 tsp dry instant granules to the frosting and mix on low speed until combined, about 1 minute.
- Spread all over cakes and cupcakes!
Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 piece, Calories 202 kcal, Carbohydrate 24 g, Protein 1 g, Fat 12 g, SaturatedFat 8 g, Cholesterol 33 mg, Sodium 2 mg, Sugar 23 g
INCREDIBLE AND EASY CHOCOLATE-COFFEE FROSTING
I took this recipe from the Ghiradelli cocoa mix box and altered it a bit. I tend to find frosting recipes sickeningly sweet. This one is delicious and just the right sweetness, with a great mocha flavor. This recipe makes enough to cover the tops and sides of 2 9-inch rounds. Try it with the "Better than Box Cake" yellow cake recipe.
Provided by Luckynum49
Categories Dessert
Time 10m
Yield 1 frosted 2 layer cake
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Place butter, milk, and cocoa powder in a saucepan over low heat.
- Stir mixture until all the butter has just melted.
- Remove from heat and add the vanilla and salt.
- Sift in the confectioner's sugar and ground coffee.
- Mix until smooth.
- Cool to room temperature and frost away!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 1804, Fat 72.4, SaturatedFat 45.3, Cholesterol 169.3, Sodium 745.2, Carbohydrate 312.9, Fiber 21.4, Sugar 269.1, Protein 16.1
COFFEE CREAM FILLING / FROSTING
Make and share this Coffee Cream Filling / Frosting recipe from Food.com.
Provided by Emily1
Categories Dessert
Time 3m
Yield 2 or more cups
Number Of Ingredients 3
Steps:
- Mixed all three ingredients in a medium sized glass bowl.
- Beat ingredients still stiff.
- Use as a filling in your favourite cake or as frosting for cupcakes.
- Be creative!
Tips:
- Use fresh coffee for the best flavor. Stale coffee will result in a bland frosting.
- Brew the coffee strong. This will ensure that the coffee flavor comes through in the frosting.
- Let the coffee cool completely before using it in the frosting. Otherwise, the frosting will be too thin.
- Use a high-quality butter or cream cheese. This will make the frosting rich and creamy.
- Beat the butter or cream cheese until it is light and fluffy. This will help to incorporate air into the frosting, making it smooth and creamy.
- Gradually add the coffee to the frosting, beating well after each addition. This will help to prevent the frosting from curdling.
- Add sugar or other sweetener to taste. The amount of sugar you add will depend on your personal preference.
- Use the frosting immediately, or store it in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Conclusion:
Coffee-flavored 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 tailored to your own personal taste. With these tips, you can make a perfect coffee-flavored frosting that will impress your friends and family.
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