Best 10 Creamy Rich Chocolate Frosting Recipes

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Indulge your sweet cravings with our exquisite Creamy Rich Chocolate Frosting, the perfect topping to elevate your cakes, cupcakes, and pastries to new heights of decadence. This irresistibly smooth and velvety frosting is crafted with the finest cocoa powder, delivering an intense chocolate flavor that dances on your palate. Its rich and creamy texture, achieved through a magical blend of butter, sugar, and milk, ensures a luscious and unforgettable experience with every bite. Whether you're a seasoned baker or a novice in the kitchen, our detailed and easy-to-follow recipes will guide you effortlessly in creating this culinary masterpiece. Discover the secrets to achieving the perfect consistency, adding a touch of personal flair with flavor variations, and mastering the art of frosting like a pro. Let your creativity shine as you explore the world of chocolate frosting possibilities, transforming ordinary treats into extraordinary delights.

Here are our top 10 tried and tested recipes!

BEST CHOCOLATE FROSTING



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Best chocolate frosting recipe I've found!

Provided by Michelle Ann

Categories     Desserts     Frostings and Icings     Chocolate

Time 10m

Yield 16

Number Of Ingredients 5

½ cup butter, melted
⅔ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
3 cups confectioners' sugar
⅓ cup milk
1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Steps:

  • Stir melted butter and cocoa powder in a bowl until evenly mixed. Add confectioners' sugar and milk; beat until smooth and easily spread. Stir in vanilla extract.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 153.9 calories, Carbohydrate 25.6 g, Cholesterol 15.7 mg, Fat 6.4 g, Fiber 1.2 g, Protein 0.9 g, SaturatedFat 4 g, Sodium 44 mg, Sugar 23.4 g

RICH AND CREAMY CHOCOLATE FROSTING



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I found this in a cookbook I bought at a yard sale a few weeks ago and made it to frost a marble cake. It was really creamy and rich, just as the recipe stated. I doubled the recipe because I like a really thick layer of frosting but you could just make it as is and you would still have enough to frost a layer cake. If stored in refrigerator bring to room tempature before serving.

Provided by Old widow

Categories     Dessert

Time 15m

Yield 1 3/4 cups, 10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

1/4 cup butter
1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon vanilla
2 1/4 cups confectioners' sugar
5 tablespoons milk

Steps:

  • In a small saucepan melt butter. Stir in chocolate chips until melted. Transfer to a small bowl. Add salt and vanilla.
  • Gradually beat in confectioners sugar and milk until of spreading consistency.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 232.3, Fat 9.9, SaturatedFat 6.1, Cholesterol 13.3, Sodium 96.7, Carbohydrate 37.9, Fiber 1, Sugar 35.6, Protein 1

RICH AND CREAMY CHOCOLATE FROSTING FROM TOLL HOUSE



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This is the frosting for my recipe recipe #384594 I'm posting it seperately for everyone who needs a creamy, delicious chocolate buttercream frosting for their favorite cake.

Provided by Realtor by day

Categories     Dessert

Time 15m

Yield 2 1/4 cups, 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

1/3 cup butter
1 cup semisweet chocolate, mini-morsels (Nestles)
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon vanilla
3 cups confectioners' sugar, sifted
5 tablespoons milk

Steps:

  • In small saucepan, melt butter. Stir in mini-morsels until melted.
  • Add salt and vanilla.
  • Gradually beat in confectioner's sugar and milk until creammy and fluffy. I beat this for a good 10 minutes. The longer you beat it, the creamier it gets.
  • Makes enough to fill and frost 2 layers (about 2 1/4 cups of frosting).

Nutrition Facts : Calories 222.1, Fat 11.1, SaturatedFat 6.9, Cholesterol 14.4, Sodium 99.8, Carbohydrate 33.6, Fiber 1.8, Sugar 29.5, Protein 1.7

CREAMY CHOCOLATE FROSTING



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I've been using this chocolate frosting recipe forever, and several friends now use it as their 'favorite frosting!' It's smooth, creamy and not-too-dark. I just wanted to share it with chocolate lovers everywhere! It will frost, but not fill, an 8 or 9 inch layer cake.

Provided by Tracy Larsen

Categories     Desserts     Frostings and Icings     Chocolate

Time 15m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 5

2 ¾ cups confectioners' sugar
6 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
6 tablespoons butter
5 tablespoons evaporated milk
1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Steps:

  • In a medium bowl, sift together the confectioners' sugar and cocoa, and set aside.
  • In a large bowl, cream butter until smooth, then gradually beat in sugar mixture alternately with evaporated milk. Blend in vanilla. Beat until light and fluffy. If necessary, adjust consistency with more milk or sugar.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 179.3 calories, Carbohydrate 30.8 g, Cholesterol 17.3 mg, Fat 6.7 g, Fiber 0.9 g, Protein 1.1 g, SaturatedFat 4.2 g, Sodium 49.2 mg, Sugar 28.9 g

CREAMY CHOCOLATE FROSTING



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Make and share this Creamy Chocolate Frosting recipe from Food.com.

Provided by the80srule

Categories     Dessert

Time 10m

Yield 2 cups, 32 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 lb confectioners' sugar, sifted
1/2 cup butter, softened
3 tablespoons cocoa powder
1 teaspoon vanilla
4 1/2 tablespoons milk

Steps:

  • Put all the ingredients into a large mixing bowl and beat on medium speed with an electric mixer until perfectly blended.

RICH CHOCOLATE FROSTING



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My husband, Doug, loved his chocolate groom's cake that was topped with this smooth, rich chocolate frosting and accented with chocolate-covered strawberries. -Amy Via, North Richland, Texas

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 15m

Yield about 8 cups.

Number Of Ingredients 5

2 cups butter, softened
9 cups confectioners' sugar, sifted
2-1/2 cups baking cocoa, sifted
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 to 1-1/2 cups whole milk

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, beat butter until creamy. Gradually beat in confectioners' sugar, cocoa and vanilla until smooth, about 3 minutes. Add enough milk until frosting reaches spreading consistency. Beat until light and fluffy, about 5 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 257 calories, Fat 12g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 31mg cholesterol, Sodium 95mg sodium, Carbohydrate 38g carbohydrate (33g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 2g protein.

CHOCOLATE BUTTERCREAM FROSTING



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Make and share this Chocolate Buttercream Frosting recipe from Food.com.

Provided by PalatablePastime

Categories     Dessert

Time 10m

Yield 3 3/4 cups

Number Of Ingredients 5

6 tablespoons butter, softened
2 2/3 cups confectioners' sugar
1/2 cup cocoa
1/3 cup milk
1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla

Steps:

  • Place butter in a bowl and beat until creamy.
  • Add sugar and cocoa, mixing well.
  • Stir in milk in portions, stirring each time.
  • Add vanilla.
  • Spread on cooled cake or other items needing frosting.

CREAMY RICH CHOCOLATE FROSTING



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My mother taught me this recipe many many years ago and it's the best chocolate frosting I've ever tasted. The half and half makes it extra rich! 10-12-2016

Provided by Ellen Bales

Categories     Chocolate

Time 10m

Number Of Ingredients 5

2/3 c cocoa, unsweetened
1 stick butter, melted
3 c powdered sugar
1 tsp vanilla extract
1/3 c half and half

Steps:

  • 1. In a medium bowl, stir cocoa into melted butter and blend thoroughly.
  • 2. Add powdered sugar and half and half, alternately, into cocoa mixture, beating until spreading consistency. Add the vanilla.
  • 3. Add more half and half if needed to reach proper consistency. Frost completely cooled cake or cupcakes. Makes about 2 cups frosting.

RICH 'N' FLUFFY CHOCOLATE FROSTING



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Whisking up a batch of smooth-as-silk fudgy chocolate icing is a snap using this short recipe and your favorite flavor of baking chips.-Jeannette Mack, Rushville, New York

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 15m

Yield 2-1/2 cups.

Number Of Ingredients 3

1 cup heavy whipping cream
1 cup semisweet chocolate chips, milk chocolate or vanilla or white chips
3-3/4 to 4-1/4 cups confectioners' sugar

Steps:

  • In a saucepan, bring cream to a simmer, about 180° remove from the heat. Stir in chips until melted. Place pan in a bowl of ice water; stir constantly until cooled. Gradually whisk in confectioners' sugar until smooth and thick. Store in the refrigerator.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 281 calories, Fat 12g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 27mg cholesterol, Sodium 9mg sodium, Carbohydrate 47g carbohydrate (43g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 1g protein.

CREAMY CHOCOLATE FROSTING



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Make and share this Creamy Chocolate Frosting recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Rita1652

Categories     Dessert

Time 5m

Yield 1 Cakes worth

Number Of Ingredients 6

3 cups confectioners' sugar
1/4 cup cocoa
1 pinch salt
2 teaspoons vanilla extract or 2 teaspoons rum extract (equaling 2 teaspoons)
5 tablespoons butter, softened
4 tablespoons sour cream or 4 tablespoons yogurt

Steps:

  • Using a metal blade in a food processor.
  • Mix sugar, cocoa, and salt give 3 pulses.
  • Add the vanilla, butter and sour cream.
  • Process for 5 seconds.
  • If needed add more sour cream to make a creamy consistency.

Tips:

  • Use good quality chocolate: The quality of the chocolate you use will have a big impact on the final product, so it's worth investing in good quality chocolate.
  • Make sure the butter and cream cheese are at room temperature: This will help them to cream together smoothly and create a light and fluffy frosting.
  • Don't overbeat the frosting: Overbeating the frosting can cause it to become grainy, so be careful not to overmix it.
  • Use the frosting immediately or store it in the refrigerator: The frosting can be used immediately or stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
  • If you're storing the frosting in the refrigerator, let it come to room temperature before using it.

Conclusion:

This creamy chocolate frosting is the perfect finishing touch for any chocolate cake, cupcake, or brownie. It's easy to make and can be used immediately or stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. So next time you're looking for a delicious and easy chocolate frosting, give this recipe a try.

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