Grandmother's Chocolate Frosting

Indulge in the timeless decadence of Grandmother's Chocolate Frosting, a rich and creamy homemade topping that elevates any dessert to perfection. This classic recipe blends melted butter and unsweetened cocoa powder for a deep, chocolatey base, sweetened with powdered sugar and smoothed to perfection with whole milk. A splash of vanilla extract and a pinch of salt enhance the flavor, creating a perfectly balanced frosting that's ready in just 10 minutes. Smooth, spreadable, and irresistibly luscious, this frosting is perfect for cakes, cupcakes, or any sweet treat in need of a velvety chocolate finish. Whether you're baking for a special occasion or just because, this nostalgic recipe is sure to impress!

Nutriscore Rating: 49/100

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Prep Time:5 mins

Cook Time:5 mins

Total Time:10 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

0.5 cup Unsalted butter
0.5 cup Unsweetened cocoa powder
3 cups Powdered sugar
0.25 cup Whole milk
2 teaspoons Vanilla extract
0.125 teaspoons Salt

Directions

Step 1

In a medium saucepan, melt the unsalted butter over medium heat until completely liquified.

Step 2

Add the unsweetened cocoa powder to the melted butter and whisk continuously until smooth and combined, about 1-2 minutes.

Step 3

Remove the saucepan from heat and gradually whisk in the powdered sugar, alternating with the whole milk, to achieve a smooth and creamy consistency.

Step 4

Stir in the vanilla extract and a pinch of salt to enhance the flavor.

Step 5

Allow the frosting to cool slightly, stirring occasionally, until it thickens but remains spreadable.

Step 6

Use immediately to frost cakes, cupcakes, or other desserts of your choice. Enjoy!

Portion size

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(605.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2155.3

Total Fat 66.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 38.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.1g
Cholesterol 131.3mg	0%
Sodium 334.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 437.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 42.9g	0%
Total Sugars 358.5g
Protein 26.2g	0%

Vitamin D 26.8IU	0%
Calcium 234.7mg	0%
Iron 19.3mg	0%
Potassium 1938.2mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 24.4%

Protein: 4.3%

Carbs: 71.3%