Best 5 Easy Chocolate Icing For Brownies Recipes

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Chocolate icing is a delectable topping that can transform ordinary brownies into an indulgent treat. Whether you prefer a smooth and glossy ganache, a rich and fluffy buttercream, or a simple glaze, there are numerous easy chocolate icing recipes to suit your taste and skill level. This article will guide you through the process of selecting and preparing the perfect chocolate icing for your brownies, ensuring a delicious and satisfying dessert experience.

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EASY MILK CHOCOLATE FROSTING FOR BROWNIES



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This is hands down the best fudgy frosting for brownies! It is super simple to make too! I don't recall where I got this from, but I use it a lot!

Provided by koalaqueen

Categories     Bar Cookie

Time 5m

Yield 12-16 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 5

3 tablespoons butter
1 1/2 cups powdered sugar
2 tablespoons milk
2 tablespoons cocoa
1 teaspoon vanilla

Steps:

  • Melt butter in a small saucepan.
  • Add cocoa and remove pan from heat.
  • Stir in remaining ingredients until smooth.
  • Spread over brownies.

BROWNIE FROSTING



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This frosting comes from my Mom. You can use it on made-from-scratch brownies, or give boxed brownies a special touch. Very rich and VERY good!

Provided by CRUNCHM

Categories     Desserts     Frostings and Icings     Chocolate

Time 15m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 5

6 tablespoons milk
6 tablespoons butter, softened
1 ½ cups white sugar
1 cup chocolate chips
1 dash vanilla extract

Steps:

  • Combine the milk, butter, and sugar together in a saucepan and bring to a boil; allow to cook at a rolling boil for 30 seconds and immediately remove from heat. Add the chocolate chips and vanilla to the milk mixture and stir until the chips are completely melted. Pour immediately over warm brownies.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 218.8 calories, Carbohydrate 34.2 g, Cholesterol 15.9 mg, Fat 10.1 g, Fiber 0.8 g, Protein 0.9 g, SaturatedFat 6.2 g, Sodium 45.6 mg, Sugar 33 g

EASY CHOCOLATE ICING



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Created for my 3 Ingredient Beginner Brownies. If you like chocolate, you will love this frosting. Easy to make, delicious to eat.

Provided by Chef Dee

Categories     Dessert

Time 4m

Yield 20 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 3

2 tablespoons butter
1 cup chocolate chips
1 (12 ounce) can chocolate fudge frosting

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, melt the butter in the microwave.
  • Stir in chocolate chips until melted.
  • Add the frosting, blending until smooth.
  • I like to put the frosting on the brownies while they are still slightly warm, then refrigerate until set.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 118, Fat 6.7, SaturatedFat 3.2, Cholesterol 3, Sodium 40.2, Carbohydrate 16.1, Fiber 0.7, Sugar 14.4, Protein 0.6

CHOCOLATE ICING



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This chocolate icing uses butter and brown sugar with plenty of confectioners' sugar for a quick frosting for your cake.

Provided by Chas

Categories     Desserts     Frostings and Icings     Chocolate

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 6

4 tablespoons butter
½ cup packed brown sugar
2 tablespoons milk
1 ½ cups confectioners' sugar
1 tablespoon unsweetened cocoa powder
1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Steps:

  • In a saucepan, melt butter and brown sugar over medium heat. Stir until sugar is dissolved, then add milk. Bring to a boil and remove from heat.
  • Sift together cocoa and confectioners sugar. Blend into butter mixture and add vanilla. If consistency is too stiff, add more milk.
  • Spread Quickly over cooled cake, as frosting will set up very fast.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 156.6 calories, Carbohydrate 29.2 g, Cholesterol 12.5 mg, Fat 4.8 g, Fiber 0.2 g, Protein 0.3 g, SaturatedFat 3 g, Sodium 37.4 mg, Sugar 28.5 g

FROSTED FUDGE BROWNIES



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A neighbor brought over a pan of these rich fudge brownies along with the recipe when I came home from the hospital with our baby daughter. I asked her how to make brownie frosting like that, and I've made them ever since for family occasions, potlucks and parties at work. -Sue Soderlund, Elgin, Illinois

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 35m

Yield 2 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 cup plus 3 tablespoons butter, cubed
3/4 cup baking cocoa
4 large eggs, room temperature
2 cups sugar
1-1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
FROSTING:
6 tablespoons butter, softened
2-2/3 cups confectioners' sugar
1/2 cup baking cocoa
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/4 to 1/3 cup 2% milk

Steps:

  • In a saucepan, melt butter. Remove from the heat. Stir in cocoa; cool. In a large bowl, beat eggs and sugar until blended. Combine flour, baking powder and salt; gradually add to egg mixture. Stir in vanilla and the cooled chocolate mixture until well blended. , Spread into a greased 13x9-in. baking pan. Bake at 350° until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean, 25-28 minutes (do not overbake). Cool on a wire rack. , For frosting, in a large bowl, cream butter and confectioners' sugar until light and fluffy, 5-7 minutes. Beat in cocoa and vanilla. Add enough milk for the frosting to achieve spreading consistency. Spread over brownies. Cut into bars.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 277 calories, Fat 13g fat (8g saturated fat), Cholesterol 68mg cholesterol, Sodium 248mg sodium, Carbohydrate 39g carbohydrate (29g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 3g protein.

Tips:

  • Use high-quality chocolate: The quality of the chocolate you use will have a big impact on the taste of your icing. Use a good-quality dark chocolate or semisweet chocolate for a rich, flavorful frosting.
  • Don't overheat the chocolate: When melting the chocolate, be careful not to overheat it. Overheating can cause the chocolate to seize up and become grainy.
  • Add a little bit of salt: A pinch of salt can help to balance out the sweetness of the icing and make it more flavorful.
  • Let the icing cool slightly before using: This will help to prevent the icing from being too runny and make it easier to spread.
  • If the icing is too thick, you can thin it out with a little bit of milk or cream.
  • If the icing is too thin, you can thicken it up by adding a little bit of powdered sugar.

Conclusion:

Chocolate icing is a delicious and versatile frosting that can be used on a variety of desserts. It's easy to make and can be customized to your own taste. Whether you like it rich and dark or light and fluffy, there's a chocolate icing recipe out there for everyone. So next time you're looking for a delicious and easy frosting, give chocolate icing a try.

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