Indulge your sweet tooth with this decadent Cooked Fudge Frosting, a luscious, glossy topping that’s the perfect finish for cakes, brownies, or cupcakes. Made with rich unsweetened cocoa powder, creamy butter, and a splash of vanilla, this stovetop frosting delivers a deep chocolate flavor with a fudgy texture that sets beautifully as it cools. Ready in just 15 minutes, this frosting uses simple pantry staples and transforms them into a velvety masterpiece with a silky gloss. Whether you’re frosting a special occasion treat or turning an everyday bake into something extraordinary, this easy-to-make cooked chocolate frosting promises to impress. Serve your desserts with a memorable touch of homemade indulgence!
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In a medium-sized saucepan, combine the unsweetened cocoa powder, granulated sugar, and salt. Whisk together to incorporate the dry ingredients evenly.
Add the unsalted butter and whole milk to the saucepan. Cook over medium heat, stirring continuously, until the mixture comes to a boil.
Once it starts boiling, reduce heat to medium-low and continue stirring for 5 to 7 minutes. The mixture should thicken and become smooth and glossy during this time.
Remove the saucepan from the heat and stir in the vanilla extract. Mix until well combined.
Allow the frosting to cool for about 10 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent a film from forming on the surface.
Once the frosting has cooled slightly but is still pourable, spread it evenly over your baked goods. It will set as it cools further, forming a fudgy consistency.
Let the frosting fully cool and set before slicing or serving.
Serving size | (702.7g) |
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Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
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Calories | 2303.9 |
Total Fat 68.6g | 0% |
Saturated Fat 39.8g | 0% |
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.1g | |
Cholesterol 138.6mg | 0% |
Sodium 644.8mg | 0% |
Total Carbohydrate 480.0g | 0% |
Dietary Fiber 42.9g | 0% |
Total Sugars 408.8g | |
Protein 28.2g | 0% |
Vitamin D 53.7IU | 0% |
Calcium 305.5mg | 0% |
Iron 19.0mg | 0% |
Potassium 2013.5mg | 0% |
Source of Calories