Best 5 Nanas Chocolate Frosting Recipes

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Are you searching for a delectable and creamy chocolate frosting that will elevate your cakes and cupcakes to the next level? Look no further than our comprehensive guide to the best nanas chocolate frosting recipes. Whether you prefer a rich and decadent ganache or a light and fluffy whipped frosting, we have a recipe to suit your taste and skill level. Get ready to indulge in a symphony of flavors and textures as we explore a selection of nanas chocolate frosting recipes that will transform your baking creations into masterpieces.

Here are our top 5 tried and tested recipes!

NANA'S CHOCOLATE FROSTING



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

Provided by MizzNezz

Categories     Dessert

Time 12m

Yield 10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 5

4 ounces unsweetened chocolate
1/3 cup butter
1 (16 ounce) package powdered sugar
1/2 cup milk
2 teaspoons vanilla

Steps:

  • Combine chocolate and butter in large saucepan.
  • Cook over low heat until melted; stirring constantly.
  • Remove from heat; cool.
  • Sift sugar; add to chocolate alternately with milk and vanilla.
  • Beat at high speed until of spreading consistency.

NANA'S NEVER FAIL CHOCOLATE ICING



Nana's Never Fail Chocolate Icing image

This is my Nana's recipe and my whole family loves it. It's simple to make but sooo good! It has a fudge-like taste and is wonderful on cake.

Provided by jessb319

Categories     Dessert

Time 15m

Yield 1 (8-9 inch cake)

Number Of Ingredients 5

2 cups sugar
4 tablespoons cocoa
1/2 cup heavy cream
1/2 teaspoon vanilla
1/2 cup margarine

Steps:

  • Combine all ingredients except vanilla in a saucepan. Stir over medium heat until sugar dissolves. When mixture comes to a rapid boil, boil one minute.
  • Remove from heat. Add vanilla. Cool and beat with mixer on medium setting for one minute.

NANA'S HOMEMADE CHOCOLATE PUDDING



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A rich, silky homemade chocolate pudding made the same way in our family since the 50's. Cooled pudding will form a dark skin on top, which is our favorite part! Top with whipped cream, if desired.

Provided by Chelsea Wagner

Categories     Desserts     Custards and Pudding Recipes     Chocolate Pudding Recipes

Time 15m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 6

⅓ cup white sugar
⅓ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
3 tablespoons cornstarch
¼ teaspoon salt
2 ½ cups milk
1 ½ teaspoons vanilla extract

Steps:

  • Sift and whisk sugar, cocoa powder, cornstarch, and salt together in a saucepan.
  • Heat saucepan over medium heat. Pour milk in slowly, whisking constantly until incorporated. Cook, stirring often with a metal spoon, until pudding is noticeably thicker and clings to the spoon, about 10 minutes.
  • Remove from heat and stir in vanilla extract. Divide between 4 small bowls and serve immediately, or chill in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 184.7 calories, Carbohydrate 33.4 g, Cholesterol 12.2 mg, Fat 4 g, Fiber 2.4 g, Protein 6.5 g, SaturatedFat 2.5 g, Sodium 210.1 mg, Sugar 24.1 g

NANA'S CHOCOLATE CUPCAKES WITH MINT FROSTING



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Even though Nana is no longer with us, her treats bring me so much joy every time I bake them. For a more indulgent version, double the frosting and pile it on high! -Chekota Hunter, Cassville, Missouri

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 40m

Yield 1 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 17

1/2 cup baking cocoa
1 cup boiling water
1/4 cup butter, softened
1 cup sugar
2 large eggs, room temperature
1-1/3 cups all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons baking powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 cup unsweetened applesauce
FROSTING:
1 cup confectioners' sugar
3 tablespoons butter, softened
4 teaspoons heavy whipping cream
Dash peppermint extract
1 drop green food coloring, optional
2 tablespoons miniature semisweet chocolate chips
Mint Andes candies, optional

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375°. Line 12 muffin cups with paper or foil liners. Mix cocoa and boiling water until smooth; cool completely., Beat butter and sugar until blended. Beat in eggs, 1 at a time. In another bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder and salt; add to butter mixture alternately with applesauce, beating well after each addition. Beat in cocoa mixture., Fill prepared muffin cups three-fourths full. Bake until a toothpick inserted in center comes out clean, 15-18 minutes. Cool 10 minutes before removing to a wire rack to cool completely., Beat confectioners' sugar, butter, cream and extract until smooth. If desired, tint frosting green with food coloring. Stir in chocolate chips. Spread over cupcakes. If desired, top with candies.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 253 calories, Fat 9g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 51mg cholesterol, Sodium 196mg sodium, Carbohydrate 41g carbohydrate (28g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 3g protein.

NANA'S CARAMEL ICING



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My great-grandma's favorite chocolate-cake icing. This recipe may take a couple times to perfect but it almost never turns out bad! This icing goes best with chocolate cake!

Provided by Sunshine

Categories     Desserts     Frostings and Icings

Time 16m

Yield 18

Number Of Ingredients 4

1 cup packed brown sugar
½ cup butter
¼ cup milk
1 (16 ounce) package confectioners' sugar, sifted

Steps:

  • Combine brown sugar, butter, and milk in a saucepan over medium heat. Bring to a boil; cook for 1 minute and remove caramel mixture from heat.
  • Blend confectioners' sugar into the caramel mixture using an electric mixer until you reach a spreadable consistency.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 190.2 calories, Carbohydrate 36.9 g, Cholesterol 13.8 mg, Fat 5.2 g, Protein 0.2 g, SaturatedFat 3.3 g, Sodium 41.4 mg, Sugar 36.4 g

Tips:

  • To make the frosting extra creamy, use heavy cream instead of milk.
  • If you want a thicker frosting, add more powdered sugar.
  • For a richer frosting, use semisweet or bittersweet chocolate instead of milk chocolate.
  • To make the frosting less sweet, reduce the amount of sugar.
  • If you want a frosting with a stronger chocolate flavor, add a tablespoon of cocoa powder.
  • To make the frosting more versatile, add a teaspoon of vanilla extract or a pinch of salt.
  • For a frosting that is perfect for piping, beat it on high speed for several minutes until it is light and fluffy.
  • To make a frosting that is perfect for spreading, beat it on low speed for a few minutes until it is smooth and creamy.

Conclusion:

Nana's Chocolate Frosting is a delicious and versatile frosting that is perfect for cakes, cupcakes, and other desserts. It is easy to make and can be customized to your liking. Whether you want a frosting that is creamy, thick, rich, or sweet, Nana's Chocolate Frosting has you covered. So next time you are looking for a frosting that will make your dessert shine, give Nana's Chocolate Frosting a try.

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