Best 2 Bittersweet Chocolate Frosting Recipes

Indulge your sweet cravings with our delectable Bittersweet Chocolate Frosting, a symphony of rich, decadent flavors that will elevate your cakes, cupcakes, and desserts to new heights. This versatile frosting, crafted with a harmonious blend of bittersweet chocolate, butter, confectioners' sugar, and a touch of vanilla, promises a velvety texture and an intense chocolate experience in every bite. For those seeking a luscious, glossy finish, try our Ganache Frosting, a luxurious combination of dark chocolate and heavy cream that will leave you spellbound. If you prefer a lighter, airier texture, our Whipped Chocolate Frosting, made with fluffy whipped cream and melted chocolate, is the perfect choice. For a delightful twist, our Chocolate Buttercream Frosting incorporates brown sugar and a hint of coffee, resulting in a uniquely flavorful and aromatic frosting that will tantalize your taste buds. And for those who love the classic combination of chocolate and peanut butter, our Chocolate Peanut Butter Frosting is an absolute must-try, delivering a delightful balance of sweet and nutty flavors in every spoonful.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

BITTERSWEET CHOCOLATE FROSTING

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Categories Milk/Cream Mixer Chocolate Egg Dessert Quick & Easy Bon Appétit Kidney Friendly Vegetarian Pescatarian Wheat/Gluten-Free Peanut Free Tree Nut Free Soy Free Kosher

Yield Makes about 4 cups

Number Of Ingredients 8

Ingredients

1 1/2 cups sugar
6 large eggs yolks
1 tablespoon light corn syrup
1 1/2 cups whipping cream
6 ounces unsweetened chocolate, chopped
3 ounces semisweet chocolate, chopped
3/4 cup (1 1/2 sticks) unsalted butter, cut into pieces, room temperature
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

Steps:

Mix sugar, yolks, and syrup in small bowl. Bring cream to simmer in heavy 3-quart saucepan. Add both chocolates and stir over low heat until smooth. Remove from heat. Stir in butter, then sugar mixture. Cook over low heat until mixture registers 165°F to 170°F on candy thermometer, stirring constantly, about 10 minutes. Immediately pour mixture into bowl; do not scrape sides of pan. Add vanilla.
Using electric mixer, beat frosting until cool. Let frosting stand at room temperature until thick enough to spread, stirring occasionally, 1 1/2 hours.

BITTERSWEET CHOCOLATE CREAM CHEESE FROSTING

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I don't like traditional cream cheese frosting, so my friend made this and used it to frost chocolate cupcakes when I went to her place for lunch. She's right, add chocolate and I'll devour anything! She gave me this recipe (it's originally from Diana's Desserts), and I thought I'd share it with all my fellow chocoholics. Makes 1 3/4 cups of frosting (she frosted 12 large cupcakes). Cooking time is the estimated time for melting chocolate.

Provided by WaterMelon

Categories Dessert

Time 13m

Yield 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 5

Ingredients

3 ounces cream cheese, softened
2 cups powdered sugar
6 ounces bittersweet chocolate or 6 ounces semisweet chocolate, chopped
3 tablespoons milk
1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Steps:

Place chopped chocolate in a small microwave-safe bowl; nuke for 30 sec in HIGH, stir, nuke again, stir- repeat until chocolate is completely melted; set aside and cool.
Beat cream cheese and sugar together until light and fluffy.
Add melted chocolate, milk and vanilla, beat at low speed until smooth.
If necessary, add additional milk 1 tsp at a time for desired speading consistency.
Frost cakes, cupcakes or bars; store frosted items covered in refrigerator.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 105.5, Fat 2.6, SaturatedFat 1.5, Cholesterol 8.3, Sodium 25.1, Carbohydrate 20.5, Sugar 19.8, Protein 0.6

Tips:

Use high-quality bittersweet chocolate for the best flavor.
Make sure the butter is at room temperature before creaming it with the sugar.
If the frosting is too thick, add a little bit of milk or cream.
If the frosting is too thin, add a little bit of powdered sugar.
For a richer flavor, add a teaspoon of instant coffee powder or espresso powder to the frosting.
For a chocolate ganache frosting, heat 1/2 cup of heavy cream until simmering, then pour it over 8 ounces of chopped bittersweet chocolate.
Let the chocolate ganache frosting cool slightly before using it.

Conclusion:

Bittersweet chocolate frosting is a delicious and versatile frosting that can be used on a variety of cakes, cupcakes, and other desserts. It is easy to make and can be customized to your own taste. So next time you are looking for a frosting that is both delicious and sophisticated, give bittersweet chocolate frosting a try.