Chocolate Fudge Frosting Recipe
This chocolate fudge frosting is made with real melted chocolate for a rich flavor and a super creamy texture!
Servings: 4 cups
Equipment
- Kitchen Scale (optional)
- Hand Mixer OR
- Stand Mixer
- Piping Tip Set (optional)
Ingredients
- ½ cup unsalted butter 113 grams (1 stick)
- 1 ounce unsweetened chocolate 28 grams
- 16 ounces powdered sugar 454 grams (1 pound)
- ½ teaspoon pure vanilla extract 2 grams
- ¼ cup milk 57 grams, plus extra to thin the frosting as needed
- ¼ teaspoon kosher salt
Instructions
- Melt the chocolate and butter together over low heat in a saucepan or in the microwave. Let the mixture cool after melting.½ cup unsalted butter, 1 ounce unsweetened chocolate
- In a large mixing bowl, using a hand or stand mixer, beat the powdered sugar, vanilla, milk, and salt together on medium-low speed until the sugar has dissolved.16 ounces powdered sugar, ½ teaspoon pure vanilla extract, ¼ cup milk, ¼ teaspoon kosher salt
- Slowly add the melted butter/chocolate mixture and beat on low speed until well incorporated and smooth. If needed, add 1 teaspoon of milk at a time to reach desired consistency.
- Cover and set frosting aside until thick and spreadable.
- Pipe or use a knife to frost cake or cupcakes.
Notes
Yield: This chocolate fudge frosting recipe makes enough frosting for 24 cupcakes, one 2-layer (8-inch) cake, or a single-layer 9x13-inch cake.
Storage: Store chocolate fudge frosting in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 week.
Nutrition
Serving: 1cup | Calories: 726kcal | Carbohydrates: 123g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 28g | Saturated Fat: 17g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 7g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 64mg | Sodium: 93mg | Potassium: 109mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 119g | Vitamin A: 759IU | Calcium: 50mg | Iron: 1mg