Mom's Cooked Fudge Frosting

Indulge in the rich, homemade goodness of Mom's Cooked Fudge Frosting—a timeless, old-fashioned recipe that transforms simple ingredients into a decadent topping for cakes, cupcakes, or brownies. Made with unsweetened cocoa powder, whole milk, and a touch of vanilla extract, this silky-smooth frosting is expertly simmered on the stovetop to develop an irresistible fudgy depth that store-bought frostings simply can't compete with. With just 15 minutes from start to finish, this easy, no-fail frosting delivers a luscious, chocolatey finish perfect for any dessert. Whether you're icing a classic chocolate cake or dressing up your favorite cupcakes, this nostalgic recipe will bring warmth and sweetness to every bite.

Nutriscore Rating: 50/100

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Prep Time:5 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

0.5 cups unsweetened cocoa powder
2 cups granulated sugar
0.5 cups whole milk
0.5 cups unsalted butter
1 teaspoons vanilla extract
0.25 teaspoons salt

Directions

Step 1

In a medium-sized saucepan, whisk together the cocoa powder, granulated sugar, and salt to combine evenly.

Step 2

Stir in the milk and place the saucepan over medium heat.

Step 3

Continuously stir until the sugar is dissolved and the mixture is smooth, about 3-5 minutes.

Step 4

Add the unsalted butter to the saucepan. Cook, stirring frequently, until the butter is melted and fully incorporated, about 2-3 minutes.

Step 5

Remove the saucepan from the heat and let the mixture cool for about 10 minutes.

Step 6

Once slightly cooled, stir in the vanilla extract until well combined.

Step 7

Allow the frosting to cool completely, stirring occasionally to maintain a spreadable consistency. It will thicken as it cools.

Step 8

Spread the frosting over your favorite cake, cupcakes, or brownies. Enjoy!

Portion size

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(702.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
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%

*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: 23.3%

Protein: 4.3%

Carbs: 72.4%