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Rich and creamy fudgy chocolate buttercream frosting swirled into luscious peaks, perfect for cakes, cupcakes, or cookies.
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Fudgy Chocolate Buttercream

Prep Time15 minutes
Total Time15 minutes
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Keyword: butter cream frosting, chocolate frosting, frosting
Servings: 10

Equipment

  • 1 mixer with paddle attachment

Ingredients

  • 1 cup butter softened
  • 1 tsp vanilla paste
  • 5 cup powdered sugar
  • 1/2 cup Dutch cocoa powder
  • 4 tbsp Organic whole milk

Instructions

  • Add 1 cup butter softened into a bowl add in 1 tsp vanilla paste and whip together on low for 1 to 2 minutes.
    In a small bowl combine 5 cup powdered sugar and 1/2 cup Dutch cocoa powder. Whisk together.
    Add the sugar and chocolate mixture in to the butter mixture. Very slowly, 1 to 2 cups at a time on a slow speed.
    Once completely combined you can use on anything. It is so delicious.

Notes

  • To store, you can store in the refrigerator in an airtight container up to 1 week. 
  • You can freeze buttercream frosting in the freezer in an airtight freezer safe container for up to 3 months. Just bring it to room temperature when you are ready to use.