Chocolate Frosting (with Cocoa Powder)
Servings: 20 Servings
Ingredients
- 6 tablespoons unsalted butter softened
- 2 ½ cups powdered sugar
- 2 ½ tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
- 5 to 6 tablespoons milk
- ½ teaspoon pure vanilla extract
Instructions
- In a medium bowl, cream the butter until light and fluffy.6 tablespoons unsalted butter
- Sift in the powdered sugar and cocoa powder, and add in 2 tablespoons of milk and the vanilla extract.2 ½ cups powdered sugar, 2 ½ tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder, 5 to 6 tablespoons milk, ½ teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- Continue to mix until the frosting is smooth and free of lumps. Add additional milk to reach the desired consistency.
- Use to frost an 8x8-inch or 9x9-inch cake.
- See post for storage options.
Notes
*The calories listed are an approximation based on the ingredients in the recipe card and a serving size of 1 ounce of chocolate frosting. Actual calories will vary.
*For more information, tips, and answers to frequently asked questions, please refer to the post.
Nutrition Facts
Chocolate Frosting (with Cocoa Powder)
Serving Size
1 ounce
Amount per Serving
Calories
92
% Daily Value*
Fat
4
g
6
%
Saturated Fat
2
g
10
%
Trans Fat
0.1
g
Polyunsaturated Fat
0.1
g
Monounsaturated Fat
1
g
Cholesterol
9
mg
3
%
Sodium
29
mg
1
%
Potassium
17
mg
0
%
Carbohydrates
16
g
5
%
Fiber
0.2
g
1
%
Sugar
15
g
17
%
Protein
0.3
g
1
%
Vitamin A
111
IU
2
%
Calcium
7
mg
1
%
Iron
0.1
mg
1
%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
