Chocolate Powdered Sugar
Elevate your dessert game with this quick and easy Chocolate Powdered Sugar, a simple twist on a baking essential that adds a rich, chocolaty flair to your favorite treats. Made with just three pantry staples—powdered sugar, unsweetened cocoa powder, and an optional touch of cornstarch for a smoother finish—this recipe comes together in just 5 minutes. Perfect for dusting cakes, brownies, and donuts, or even sweetening beverages like coffee or hot cocoa, this homemade chocolate confectioners' sugar delivers a luscious boost of flavor and a beautifully professional finish. Sifted to silky perfection, it’s a versatile topping or ingredient that every home baker needs in their arsenal.
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Ingredients
- 1 cup Powdered (confectioners') sugar
- 2 tablespoons Unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 teaspoon Cornstarch (optional, for smoother texture)
Directions
Step 1
In a medium-sized mixing bowl, combine the powdered sugar and unsweetened cocoa powder.
Step 2
If a smoother texture is desired, add 1 teaspoon of cornstarch to the mixture.
Step 3
Using a fine-mesh sieve or sifter, sift the combined ingredients into another bowl to break up any clumps and ensure a consistent texture.
Step 4
Once sifted, thoroughly mix the ingredients with a whisk or spoon to ensure even distribution of the cocoa powder.
Step 5
Store the chocolate powdered sugar in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 weeks.
Step 6
Use as a finishing touch for dusting desserts, sweetening beverages, or incorporating into frostings or glazes.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (138.5g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 522.2 |
| Total Fat 1.5g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 0.9g | 0% |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 1.2mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 133.8g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 3.9g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 122.1g | |
| Protein 2.2g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 14.2mg | 0% |
| Iron 1.9mg | 0% |
| Potassium 166.7mg | 0% |
Source of Calories