Best 9 Moms Creamy Chocolate Frosting Recipes

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Are you looking for a decadent, creamy chocolate frosting to elevate your cakes, cupcakes, and pastries? "Mom's Creamy Chocolate Frosting" is a classic recipe that has been passed down through generations, cherished for its rich, velvety texture and irresistible chocolate flavor. With its perfect balance of sweetness and cocoa depth, this frosting is guaranteed to transform any dessert into a culinary masterpiece. Its versatility extends beyond traditional baked goods, as it can also be used to enhance ice cream, milkshakes, or even fresh fruit. Join us as we explore the secrets behind this timeless recipe and guide you through the steps of creating "Mom's Creamy Chocolate Frosting," a delightful treat that will satisfy even the most discerning palate.

Here are our top 9 tried and tested recipes!

CREAMY CHOCOLATE FROSTING



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I've been using this chocolate frosting recipe forever, and several friends now use it as their 'favorite frosting!' It's smooth, creamy and not-too-dark. I just wanted to share it with chocolate lovers everywhere! It will frost, but not fill, an 8 or 9 inch layer cake.

Provided by Tracy Larsen

Categories     Desserts     Frostings and Icings     Chocolate

Time 15m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 5

2 ¾ cups confectioners' sugar
6 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
6 tablespoons butter
5 tablespoons evaporated milk
1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Steps:

  • In a medium bowl, sift together the confectioners' sugar and cocoa, and set aside.
  • In a large bowl, cream butter until smooth, then gradually beat in sugar mixture alternately with evaporated milk. Blend in vanilla. Beat until light and fluffy. If necessary, adjust consistency with more milk or sugar.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 179.3 calories, Carbohydrate 30.8 g, Cholesterol 17.3 mg, Fat 6.7 g, Fiber 0.9 g, Protein 1.1 g, SaturatedFat 4.2 g, Sodium 49.2 mg, Sugar 28.9 g

MOM'S CREAMY CHOCOLATE FROSTING



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Want to make any cake or cupcake about a thousand times more scrumptious? Whip up this luscious chocolate frosting in just 10 minutes.

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     Home

Time 10m

Yield 24 servings, about 2 Tbsp. each

Number Of Ingredients 6

1/2 cup margarine or butter, softened
4 oz. (1/2 of 8-oz. pkg.) PHILADELPHIA Neufchatel Cheese, softened
1 jar (7 oz.) JET-PUFFED Marshmallow Creme
1 pkg. (4 oz.) BAKER'S Unsweetened Chocolate, melted
1/2 tsp. vanilla
1-1/2 cups sifted powdered sugar

Steps:

  • Beat margarine and Neufchatel in large bowl with mixer until blended.
  • Add marshmallow creme, melted chocolate and vanilla; beat until blended.
  • Add sugar gradually, beating after each addition until light and fluffy.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 120, Fat 7 g, SaturatedFat 3 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 5 mg, Sodium 65 mg, Carbohydrate 15 g, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 11 g, Protein 1 g

MRS. MILMAN'S CHOCOLATE FROSTING



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This recipe for Mrs. Milman's Chocolate Frosting is one of our all-time favorites. Make it with our recipe for Moist Devil's Food Cake.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Dessert & Treats Recipes

Yield Makes 6 cups

Number Of Ingredients 3

24 ounces Nestle semisweet chocolate morsels
4 cups whipping cream
1 teaspoon light corn syrup

Steps:

  • Place chocolate morsels and cream in a heavy saucepan. Cook over low heat, stirring constantly with a rubber spatula, until combined and thickened, between 20 and 25 minutes. Increase the heat to medium low; cook, stirring, 3 minutes more. Remove pan from heat.
  • Stir in corn syrup. Transfer frosting to a large metal bowl. Chill until cool enough to spread, about 2 hours, checking and stirring every 15 to 20 minutes. Use immediately.

CREAMY CHOCOLATE FROSTING



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"Whisking up a batch of smooth-as-silk fudgy chocolate icing is a snap using this short recipe and your favorite flavor of baking chips," remarks Jeannette Mack from her home in Rushville, New York.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 15m

Yield 2-1/2 cups.

Number Of Ingredients 3

2 cups heavy whipping cream
2 cups semisweet or milk chocolate chips
3 to 3-1/2 cups confectioners' sugar

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, bring cream to a simmer, about 180°; remove from the heat. Stir in chocolate chips until melted. , Place pan in a bowl of ice water; stir constantly until cooled. Gradually whisk in confectioners' sugar until smooth and thick. Store in the refrigerator.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 388 calories, Fat 23g fat (14g saturated fat), Cholesterol 54mg cholesterol, Sodium 18mg sodium, Carbohydrate 49g carbohydrate (45g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 2g protein.

CREAMY CHOCOLATE FROSTING



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

Provided by Rita1652

Categories     Dessert

Time 5m

Yield 1 Cakes worth

Number Of Ingredients 6

3 cups confectioners' sugar
1/4 cup cocoa
1 pinch salt
2 teaspoons vanilla extract or 2 teaspoons rum extract (equaling 2 teaspoons)
5 tablespoons butter, softened
4 tablespoons sour cream or 4 tablespoons yogurt

Steps:

  • Using a metal blade in a food processor.
  • Mix sugar, cocoa, and salt give 3 pulses.
  • Add the vanilla, butter and sour cream.
  • Process for 5 seconds.
  • If needed add more sour cream to make a creamy consistency.

MOM'S CHOCOLATE FROSTING



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Make and share this Mom's Chocolate Frosting recipe from Food.com.

Provided by tsuthers

Categories     Dessert

Time 5m

Yield 1 2-layer cake

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 lb powdered sugar
2 tablespoons cocoa
1/2 cup butter
2 tablespoons milk
1 teaspoon vanilla

Steps:

  • Melt cocoa and butter together.
  • Sift in powdered sugar.
  • Add milk to thin frosting.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 2634.6, Fat 95.1, SaturatedFat 60, Cholesterol 248.3, Sodium 675.9, Carbohydrate 459.7, Fiber 3.6, Sugar 444.9, Protein 4.1

MOM'S CREAMY CHOCOLATE FROSTING



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Number Of Ingredients 7

2/3 cup butter
1 1/3 cups icing sugar
2 egg yolks, large
4 unsweetened chocolate squares, melted
2 egg whites, large
1/2 cup icing sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla

Steps:

  • Cream butter, 1 1/3 cups icing sugar, egg yolks, melted unsweetened chocolate and vanilla. Blend well.
  • Beat egg whites and add 1/2 cup icing sugar. Beat to peaks.
  • Add beaten egg whites to first mixture and beat until well blended. Spread.

YUMMY CHOCOLATE-CREAM CHEESE FROSTING



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This is an easy-to-make and very tasty chocolate frosting.

Provided by Matthew Alan Vogt

Categories     Desserts     Frostings and Icings     Chocolate

Time 10m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 5

½ cup butter, at room temperature
¼ cup cream cheese, at room temperature
¾ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
1 teaspoon instant espresso powder
3 cups sifted confectioners' sugar, or as needed

Steps:

  • Combine butter and cream cheese in a large bowl; quickly beat using an electric mixer until smooth and creamy. Mix in cocoa powder and espresso powder until well combined. Beat in confectioner's sugar, 1/4 cup at a time, until frosting reaches the desired consistency and sweetness.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 219.1 calories, Carbohydrate 34.3 g, Cholesterol 25.7 mg, Fat 10.1 g, Fiber 1.8 g, Protein 1.5 g, SaturatedFat 6.4 g, Sodium 70.3 mg, Sugar 30.8 g

CHOCOLATE BUTTERCREAM FROSTING RECIPE



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This Chocolate Buttercream Frosting is so easy to make, and is just the right combination of rich and creamy. It's not overpowering, but it is quite rich and filling. It spreads and pipes onto all your desserts, nicely.

Provided by Contributor

Categories     Dessert

Time 10m

Number Of Ingredients 5

½ cup butter (softened)
2 ⅔ cups powdered sugar
⅓ cup whipping cream (or milk)
1 ½ teaspoons vanilla
½ cup cocoa powder

Steps:

  • Cream the butter in a small bowl. Blend in the cocoa powder, vanilla, confectioners sugar, alternately with the cream. Beat with an electric mixer, until the desired texture is achieved.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 215 kcal, Carbohydrate 29 g, Protein 1 g, Fat 12 g, SaturatedFat 7 g, TransFat 1 g, Cholesterol 34 mg, Sodium 73 mg, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 26 g, ServingSize 1 serving

Tips:

  • Use high-quality chocolate: The better the chocolate, the better the frosting. Use a semisweet or bittersweet chocolate with a cocoa content of at least 60%.
  • Bring the ingredients to room temperature: This will help the frosting come together smoothly.
  • Beat the butter and sugar until light and fluffy: This will take about 2 minutes on medium speed with an electric mixer.
  • Add the melted chocolate in a slow, steady stream: Beating constantly on low speed.
  • Add the milk and vanilla extract: And beat until the frosting is smooth and creamy.
  • Use the frosting immediately: Or store it in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Conclusion:

This creamy chocolate frosting is the perfect finishing touch for any chocolate cake, cupcake, or brownie. It's rich, decadent, and easy to make. With just a few simple ingredients, you can create a frosting that will make your desserts look and taste amazing. So next time you're baking, give this recipe a try. You won't be disappointed!

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