FLUFFY CHOCOLATE BUTTERCREAM FROSTING

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Light and fluffy chocolate frosting, suggested by my friend Linda. Spread over any cake and smooth out bubbles.

Provided by Tim Tyler

Categories     Desserts     Frostings and Icings     Chocolate

Time 10m

Yield 32

Number Of Ingredients 6

4 cups powdered sugar
1 ½ cups unsalted butter, softened
¾ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
1 pinch salt
4 tablespoons heavy whipping cream

Steps:

  • Combine powdered sugar and butter in a stand mixer fitted with the paddle attachment. Beat on medium speed until light and fluffy, about 5 minutes. Add cocoa powder, vanilla, and salt; mix for 30 seconds. Add cream 1 tablespoon at a time, mixing after each addition. Scrape down the sides of the bowl. Mix on medium speed until frosting is shiny and seems to have large bubbles, 3 to 5 minutes more.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 149.1 calories, Carbohydrate 16.8 g, Cholesterol 25.4 mg, Fat 9.6 g, Fiber 0.7 g, Protein 0.5 g, SaturatedFat 6.1 g, Sodium 7.3 mg, Sugar 15.4 g

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