Chocolate Fudge Frosting
As far as chocolate frostings go, this is one of my all-time, hands-down favorites. My mom made this frosting all the time when I was growing up. It goes together quickly and is outrageously chocolaty.
NotesExtra frosting will keep in an airtight container in the refrigerator for several days. Let soften and stir until smooth before spreading.
CostModerate
Total Timeunder 15 minutes
Make Ahead RecipeYes
Kid FriendlyYes
Dietary Considerationegg-free, kosher, lactose-free, peanut free, soy free, tree nut free, vegan, vegetarian
Equipmentfood processor
Five Ingredients or LessYes
Taste and Texturechocolatey, creamy, rich, sweet
Ingredients
- 1½ cups (375 mL) confectioners sugar
- ¾ cup (175 mL) unsweetened Dutch-process cocoa powder, sifted
- ½ cup (125 mL) unsalted butter, at room temperature
- 2 tbsp (25 mL) chocolate cream liqueur
- 1 tbsp (15 mL) strong brewed coffee or milk
- Pinch salt
Instructions
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In a food processor fitted with a metal blade, process confectioner’s sugar, cocoa powder, butter, chocolate liqueur, coffee and salt until smooth, scraping down sides as necessary.
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Spread frosting on cooled cupcakes.
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Variations
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If you prefer your frosting a little less sweet, you can reduce the confectioner’s sugar by ½ cup (125 mL) for the full recipe or ¼ cup (50 mL) for half the recipe.
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To make this frosting vegan, substitute margarine for the butter and replace the chocolate cream liqueur with chocolate liqueur or rum.
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