Lynnie the K's Greatest Chocolate Icing
Indulge in pure chocolate bliss with **Lynnie the K's Greatest Chocolate Icing**, the ultimate recipe for rich, creamy, and perfectly spreadable frosting. Made with simple pantry staples like unsalted butter, unsweetened cocoa powder, and powdered sugar, this velvety icing comes together in just 10 minutes for quick yet impressive results. Its secret lies in the perfect balance of ingredients, enhanced with a touch of vanilla extract and a pinch of salt for depth of flavor. Whether you're frosting a decadent layer cake, swirling it onto cupcakes, or spreading it over brownies, this light and fluffy chocolate icing delivers a bakery-quality finish every time. Plus, it’s easy to customize the consistency to suit your needs. Say goodbye to store-bought frosting and elevate your desserts with this homemade chocolate icing masterpiece!
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Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter
- 0.75 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 4 cups powdered sugar
- 0.333 cup whole milk
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
Directions
Step 1
In a medium-sized mixing bowl, use a hand mixer or stand mixer to beat the unsalted butter on medium speed until it becomes light and creamy, approximately 2 minutes.
Step 2
Sift the unsweetened cocoa powder into the bowl to remove any lumps. Gradually mix the cocoa powder into the creamed butter until well combined and smooth.
Step 3
Add 1 cup of powdered sugar at a time to the bowl, mixing on low speed after each addition to avoid a powdered sugar cloud. Continue until all 4 cups of powdered sugar are incorporated.
Step 4
Slowly pour in the whole milk, starting with half the quantity and incorporating it on low speed. Add more milk as needed until the desired consistency is achieved. The icing should be smooth and spreadable but not runny.
Step 5
Mix in the vanilla extract and salt until evenly distributed throughout the icing.
Step 6
Beat the icing on medium-high speed for an additional 2 minutes to give it a light and fluffy texture.
Step 7
Use immediately to frost cakes, cupcakes, or brownies. If not using right away, store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 24 hours, or refrigerate for up to a week. Bring to room temperature and re-whip before using.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (861.7g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 3185.3 |
| Total Fat 123.6g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 71.8g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0.1g | |
| Cholesterol 257.8mg | 0% |
| Sodium 647.3mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 594.6g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 64.3g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 478.0g | |
| Protein 39.2g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 35.8IU | 0% |
| Calcium 344.2mg | 0% |
| Iron 28.9mg | 0% |
| Potassium 2887.8mg | 0% |
Source of Calories