SUPER DELICATE CHOCOLATE BUTTERCREAM

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This is a very delicate and rich chocolate buttercream. It's good on Gateau Africaine, or any cake needing buttercream frosting.

Provided by bluelovers

Categories     Desserts     Frostings and Icings     Chocolate

Time 45m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 (1 ounce) squares unsweetened chocolate, chopped
¾ cup butter
¾ cup shortening
¾ cup white sugar
4 tablespoons water
3 egg yolks
2 teaspoons rum
1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Steps:

  • In the top of a double boiler, heat chocolate, stirring occasionally, until chocolate is melted and smooth. Remove from heat and allow to cool to lukewarm.
  • In a large bowl, beat butter and shortening until light and fluffy. Meanwhile, in a saucepan, cook sugar and water until sugar is dissolved.
  • In a separate medium bowl, beat egg yolks on high speed until thick and lemon colored. Slowly pour in the hot sugar liquid, while beating at medium speed until soft and well mixed. Combine the yolk mixture with the butter mixture and continue to beat for 5 minutes.
  • Beat in the rum and vanilla. Pour in the melted chocolate and beat until well mixed.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 302.7 calories, Carbohydrate 14.1 g, Cholesterol 81.7 mg, Fat 27.9 g, Fiber 0.8 g, Protein 1.4 g, SaturatedFat 12.4 g, Sodium 85 mg, Sugar 12.6 g

Sabbir hasan Habib
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This frosting is heavenly! It's the perfect topping for any chocolate dessert.


Muzzamiljutt Muzzamiljutt
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I've tried many chocolate buttercream recipes, but this one is by far the best. It's the perfect combination of rich, creamy, and fluffy.


AndTo
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This frosting is a game-changer! It takes my chocolate desserts to the next level.


Talha Awan
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I'm so glad I found this recipe. This frosting is the perfect finishing touch for my chocolate cakes.


James Fletcher
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This frosting is the bomb! It's so rich and creamy, and it makes any dessert taste amazing.


Nicco Mckoy
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I've made this frosting several times and it's always a hit. It's so easy to make and it always turns out perfect.


Amparu!
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This frosting is absolutely divine! It's the perfect balance of sweetness and chocolate flavor.


Wilson Osinde
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I was really impressed with how well this frosting held up. I made it a few days in advance and it was still perfect when I used it.


Mariam Bennani
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This frosting is so rich and decadent. It's the perfect topping for any chocolate dessert.


Tia Harvey
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I love how easy this frosting is to make. It's also very versatile. I've used it to frost cakes, cupcakes, and even brownies.


Bobby Bobino
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This frosting is amazing! It's so light and fluffy, and it has the perfect amount of sweetness. I'll definitely be using this recipe again.


eveiana vlogs
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I was a bit skeptical about making my own frosting, but this recipe made it so easy. The frosting is delicious and I'm so glad I tried it.


TNS GAMING
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This frosting is easy to make and it turned out perfect! I'll definitely be making it again.


Irfan Rashid
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I made this frosting for my daughter's birthday cake, and it was a huge success! The kids loved it, and so did the adults. It's the perfect frosting for any chocolate lover.


s c o o t
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This chocolate buttercream is the most delicious and delicate frosting I've ever tasted! It's so smooth and creamy, and the chocolate flavor is rich and decadent. I used it to frost a chocolate cake, and it was a huge hit with my family and friends.