How to Make Chocolate Frosting
By: BigFatBaker
Published: Sunday, January 15, 2012 - 9:22pm

Ingredients




1 stick (8 tbsp) unsalted butter
1/3 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
1/2 tsp salt
3 cups powdered sugar
1/3 cup milk (can use half and half for creamier frosting)
1 tsp vanilla extract

Preparation

1 Melt the butter in a medium to large heat proof bowl. 2 Whisk in the cocoa powder and salt. 3 Milk the vanilla into the milk. 4 Alternate adding 1 cup powdered sugar and milk, starting and ending with powdered sugar. 5 Whisk until smooth. Taste and adjust sweetness and consistency to your preference.

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Make your own chocolate frosting for your favorite cupcakes today!