Best 7 Creamy Fudge Frosting Recipes

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Indulge in a decadent culinary experience with our comprehensive guide to crafting the ultimate creamy fudge frosting. This luscious frosting, renowned for its delectable richness and smooth, velvety texture, is the crowning glory that elevates any dessert to an unforgettable masterpiece. We embark on a culinary journey, exploring the secrets to achieving the perfect balance of sweetness, creaminess, and chocolatey decadence. From the selection of premium ingredients to the step-by-step instructions, we aim to empower you with the knowledge and techniques to create a frosting that will tantalize taste buds and leave an enduring impression on all who savor it.

Here are our top 7 tried and tested recipes!

FUDGE FROSTING



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Just like fudge candy - only for a cake. Use a palette knife to make pretty swirls after spreading and that is the only decoration needed!

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Dessert

Time 55m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 cups granulated sugar
1 cup unsweetened baking cocoa
1 cup milk
1/2 cup butter, cut into pieces
1/4 cup light corn syrup
1/4 teaspoon salt
2 teaspoons vanilla
2 1/2 to 3 cups powdered sugar

Steps:

  • In 3-quart saucepan, mix granulated sugar and cocoa. Stir in milk, butter, corn syrup and salt. Heat to boiling, stirring frequently. Boil 3 minutes, stirring occasionally. Cool 45 minutes.
  • Beat in vanilla and enough powdered sugar for spreading consistency.
  • Frost 13x9-inch cake, or fill and frost 8- or 9-inch two-layer cake.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 170, Carbohydrate 32 g, Cholesterol 10 mg, Fat 1, Fiber 1 g, Protein 1 g, SaturatedFat 3 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 35 mg, Sugar 28 g, TransFat 0 g

FUDGE FROSTING



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This frosting uses flour to thicken it and keep it together, rather than the cooked protein structure of egg whites (Classic Butter Cream and 7 Minute Frosting), or the strong bond between butter and air (Classic Butter Cream and Quick Vanilla Butter Cream). After making all four frosting recipes, we've done most types except a Swiss Buttercream which is similar to a 7 minute, where you heat the egg whites with sugar, but for not as long and then you add creamed butter to it. There are also ganache frostings which start with melted chocolate and blend liquids into it like cream, corn syrup, vanilla, etc., and are never whipped, to make a shiny more dense chocolate frosting. There's also cream cheese frostings where you beat the cream cheese until very fluffy and add ingredients for sweetness and flavor.

Provided by Food Network

Categories     dessert

Time 30m

Yield frosting for 1 layer cake

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 cups milk
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
8 ounces (2 sticks) cold unsalted butter
1 cup confectioners' sugar
1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
2 ounces unsweetened chocolate, melted and cooled slightly

Steps:

  • Put the milk in a saucepan and whisk in the flour. Bring to a simmer over medium heat and simmer until thickened, about 5 minutes, whisking often. Strain and cool to room temperature.
  • Cream the butter, sugar, and vanilla in a mixer fitted with a paddle attachment until light and very fluffy. Add the cooled thickened milk and mix until smooth. Drizzle in the melted chocolate and continue whipping until well blended.

CREAMY FUDGE FROSTING



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For every occasion that calls for chocolate frosting, keep this fudgy recipe close by. With just five ingredients from the pantry, you've got magic in minutes. -Linda Schend, Kenosha, Wisconsin

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 15m

Yield 1-1/2 cups.

Number Of Ingredients 5

4 ounces unsweetened chocolate, chopped
1/4 cup butter, cubed
2/3 cup 2% milk
1 cup sugar
1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract

Steps:

  • Melt chocolate and butter in a metal bowl over barely simmering water. Stir until smooth., Place milk, sugar and vanilla in a blender; cover and process 1 minute to dissolve sugar. Add warm chocolate mixture; cover and process just until mixture thickens to desired consistency, about 30 seconds. Store in refrigerator.

Nutrition Facts :

CAROLINE'S CHOCOLATE FUDGE FROSTING



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If you are looking for a good fudgy frosting for cake or cupcakes, this quick and easy recipe is the one you need.

Provided by Carrie Reynolds

Categories     Desserts     Frostings and Icings     Chocolate

Time 35m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 5

½ cup butter
3 (1 ounce) squares unsweetened chocolate
1 pound confectioners' sugar
½ teaspoon vanilla extract
¾ cup milk

Steps:

  • Melt chocolate and butter in the microwave, or in the top of a double boiler. In a large bowl, combine confectioners' sugar, vanilla and 1/2 cup of the milk. Blend in the melted chocolate mixture. Add remaining milk, a little at a time, until desired consistency is achieved.
  • Let stand until spreadable (frosting will thicken as it cools).

Nutrition Facts : Calories 258.2 calories, Carbohydrate 40.5 g, Cholesterol 21.6 mg, Fat 11.7 g, Fiber 1.2 g, Protein 1.5 g, SaturatedFat 7.3 g, Sodium 62.8 mg, Sugar 37.8 g

FUDGE FROSTING



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Great fudge frosting for Chocolate Frosted Marshmallow Cookies.

Provided by Martha

Categories     Desserts     Frostings and Icings     Chocolate

Yield 16

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 ½ (1 ounce) squares unsweetened chocolate
¼ cup butter
1 ½ cups confectioners' sugar
1 egg white
1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Steps:

  • Melt chocolate and butter in small heavy saucepan over low heat; stir to blend.
  • Beat in powdered sugar. Beat in egg white and vanilla, adding a little water, if necessary, to make smooth, slightly soft frosting. Spoon over Chocolate Frosted Marshmallow Cookies cookies to cover marshmallows.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 84.1 calories, Carbohydrate 12 g, Cholesterol 7.6 mg, Fat 4.3 g, Fiber 0.4 g, Protein 0.6 g, SaturatedFat 2.7 g, Sodium 24.7 mg, Sugar 11.1 g

EASIEST BEST FUDGE FROSTING



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I found this recipe years ago, and it got rave reviews, but I lost it and have looked for it ever since. Only 3 ingredients, VERY simple, and it generously frosts a 13 X 9 pan of brownies or Cake. Works best when slightly warm. I usually use it on brownies, (but usually have a little left for on top of ice cream)....Feel free to experiment....You can use semi sweet, dark, or milk chocolate, and you can garnish the top with nuts etc, but move quickly before it sets up all the way and your garnish won't "stick". Onr try and you will be hooked on the simplicity and the great flavor!

Provided by The Jelly Room

Categories     Dessert

Time 5m

Yield 3 cups, 18 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 3

12 ounces chocolate chips
3 tablespoons butter
1 (12 ounce) can sweetened condensed milk (not evaporated milk)

Steps:

  • In microwave safe bowl ,melt the chocolate chips until just melted 1-2 minutes.
  • Stir with a spatula or scraper. Stir in the butter. Let the mixture sit for 4-5 minutes.
  • Add the can of sweeetened condensed milk and stir until smooth.
  • That's it! Frost the brownies or cake immediately as this mixture will set up and become more fudgey as it cools. If it cools too fast for you, place in the micrewave for 15 seconds to loosen it back up a bit.

CREAMY FUDGE FROSTING



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I have never tried this recipe. I got this recipe years ago from a cookbook that was my grammy's. The recipe says it makes enough frosting to frost 2 9-inch cakes tops and sides.

Provided by internetnut

Categories     Dessert

Time 15m

Yield 2-4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 5

4 unsweetened chocolate squares, chopped
1 2/3 cups confectioners' sugar
3/4 cup heavy cream
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
6 tablespoons soft butter, cut up

Steps:

  • Heat the unsweetened chocolate, confectioners sugar, and heavy cream in a double boiler stirring constantly, over medium heat.
  • Remove from the heat when the chocolate has melted.
  • Stir in the vanilla extract.
  • Place melted chocolate frosting in a bowl, then place into a bigger bowl that has been half way filled with ice water.
  • Let the frosting set until cold and thick, then remove from the ice water.
  • Beat in the butter on high speed with an electric mixer until creamy.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 1305.1, Fat 98, SaturatedFat 61.2, Cholesterol 213.9, Sodium 294.6, Carbohydrate 120, Fiber 9.6, Sugar 99.1, Protein 9.7

Tips:

  • Use high-quality chocolate for the best flavor.
  • Make sure the butter and cream cheese are at room temperature before starting.
  • Beat the butter and cream cheese until smooth and creamy.
  • Gradually add the powdered sugar, beating until well combined.
  • Add the melted chocolate and vanilla extract and beat until well combined.
  • Chill the frosting for at least 30 minutes before using.
  • This frosting can be used on cakes, cupcakes, cookies, and other desserts.

Conclusion:

Creamy fudge frosting is a delicious and versatile frosting that can be used on a variety of desserts. It is easy to make and can be customized to your liking. With a few simple ingredients, you can create a creamy, rich frosting that will take your desserts to the next level.

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