Simple Sour Cream Chocolate Frosting

Indulge your desserts with the luscious decadence of Simple Sour Cream Chocolate Frosting—a silky, rich topping that’s perfect for cakes, cupcakes, and brownies. This quick and easy frosting comes together in just 15 minutes with simple pantry staples like semi-sweet chocolate chips, sour cream, and powdered sugar. The sour cream lends a subtle tang that balances the sweetness, while the melted chocolate and butter combine for a wonderfully smooth texture. With its velvety finish and deep chocolate flavor, this versatile frosting is perfect for elevating any baked treat. Whether you're frosting a celebration cake or adding a finishing touch to a batch of brownies, this recipe offers a foolproof way to achieve bakery-quality results at home.

Nutriscore Rating: 36/100

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Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:5 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

180 grams semi-sweet chocolate chips
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
120 grams sour cream
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
240 grams powdered sugar

Directions

Step 1

Place the semi-sweet chocolate chips and unsalted butter in a heatproof bowl.

Step 2

Melt the chocolate and butter together using a double boiler or in the microwave in 20-second increments, stirring frequently, until smooth and glossy.

Step 3

Allow the melted chocolate mixture to cool slightly for about 5 minutes.

Step 4

Add the sour cream and vanilla extract to the melted chocolate and mix well until fully combined.

Step 5

Sift in the powdered sugar a bit at a time, stirring constantly to avoid lumps. Continue mixing until the frosting is smooth and creamy.

Step 6

If the frosting is too thick, you can add a teaspoon of milk to reach your desired consistency.

Step 7

Use immediately to frost cakes, cupcakes, or brownies. The frosting will firm up slightly as it sets.

Portion size

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(572.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2229.6

Total Fat 96.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 60.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0g
Cholesterol 122mg	0%
Sodium 89.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 368.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 12g	0%
Total Sugars 339.2g
Protein 16.2g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 168.6mg	0%
Iron 4.5mg	0%
Potassium 19.8mg	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: 36.0%

Protein: 2.7%

Carbs: 61.3%