Chocolate Fudge Frosting Recipe

Course: Dessert

Cuisine: American

Prep Time: 5

Cook Time: 5

Cool Time: 30

Total Time: 40

Servings: cups

Calories: 726kcal

Author: Becky Hardin

Chocolate fudge frosting is decadent, creamy and the perfect addition to your favorite cakes or cupcakes. It is easy to make and only requires 5 simple ingredients.

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Equipment

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
1/4 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, 1/4 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

This chocolate fudge frosting recipe makes enough frosting for 24 cupcakes, one 2-layer (8-inch) cake, or a single layer 9x13-inch cake.
Do not allow the butter to come to a full boil. You just want to melt the butter and chocolate together.
Scrape down the sides of the mixing bowl to fully incorporate your ingredients.
If your frosting is too thick, add a teaspoon of milk at a time to thin it out.
Give your frosting time to set and thicken up before using.

Storage: Store chocolate fudge frosting in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 week.

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