Best 2 French Chocolate Buttercream Recipes

Indulge your sweet cravings with our exceptional French Chocolate Buttercream, a luscious and versatile frosting that elevates any dessert to new heights. This velvety smooth buttercream, crafted with the finest chocolate and butter, offers a symphony of rich, decadent flavors that will tantalize your taste buds.

Immerse yourself in the delightful variations of this versatile buttercream, ranging from the classic Chocolate Buttercream, a timeless favorite, to the Hazelnut Chocolate Buttercream, which adds a nutty twist. For a unique and refreshing experience, try the Raspberry Chocolate Buttercream, where the tangy sweetness of raspberries complements the chocolate's richness. If you prefer a touch of sophistication, the Grand Marnier Chocolate Buttercream, infused with the aromatic liqueur, will leave you craving more.

Each recipe in this collection is meticulously crafted to ensure effortless preparation and stunning results. Whether you're a seasoned baker or just starting your culinary journey, our detailed instructions and helpful tips will guide you in creating picture-perfect buttercream that will transform your baked goods into masterpieces.

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FRENCH CHOCOLATE BUTTERCREAM

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This is a very delicate, all butter, chocolate buttercream icing. My husband, who is not a sweets eater, requests this icing on an orange cake each year for his birthday. Try it and you won't be disappointed. Be sure the chocolate is cooled or you will end up with a sauce instead of an icing.

Provided by Tami

Categories World Cuisine Recipes European French

Time 45m

Yield 20

Number Of Ingredients 5

Ingredients

4 ounces unsweetened chocolate
⅓ cup white sugar
¼ cup water
2 eggs
1 cup unsalted butter, room temperature, cut into tablespoons

Steps:

Melt chocolate in a microwave according to package instructions. Set aside and let cool completely.
Combine sugar and water in a saucepan. Bring to a boil; let boil for 1 minute. Remove from heat and set aside.
Beat eggs in a large bowl using an electric mixer until frothy. Drizzle in sugar mixture slowly; beat on high speed until mixture turns pale yellow and expands in volume, about 5 minutes. Add butter by tablespoon one at a time with mixer running, beating well after each addition. Frosting will become watery; continue with remaining butter.
Mix in cooled melted chocolate. Beat on high speed until frosting thickens and becomes fluffy, about 5 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 128.6 calories, Carbohydrate 5 g, Cholesterol 40.8 mg, Fat 12.6 g, Fiber 0.9 g, Protein 1.4 g, SaturatedFat 7.8 g, Sodium 8.8 mg, Sugar 3.4 g

FRENCH CHOCOLATE BUTTERCREAM CAKE

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Make and share this French Chocolate Buttercream Cake recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Derf2440

Categories Dessert

Time 1h15m

Yield 10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

Ingredients

butter
flour
2 large eggs, at room temperature
1 1/3 cups sugar
2 ounces unsweetened chocolate, broken into small pieces
3/4 cup lightly-salted butter, cut into 12 pieces
1 1/4 cups sour cream
1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla
1 1/2 cups cake flour
1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 cup milk
chocolate buttercream icing (recipe in 'zaar)

Steps:

Place oven rack in centre of oven, heat to 350°F.
Butter and flour bottoms of 2- 8 inch round cake pans, reserve.
Beat eggs in large mixer bowl at high speed 1 minute.
Continue beating, adding sugar very slowly, about 7 minutes.
Melt chocolate with 3/4 cup butter.
Drizzle warm chocolate mixture into egg mixture, beating at low speed until blended.
Add sour cream and vanilla, beat at low speed until thoroughly blended.
Sift together 1 1/2 cups flour, the cocoa and baking soda.
While beating at low speed, add dry ingredients, about 1/2 cup at a time, to chocolate mixture alternating with milk, about 1/3 cup at a time.
Stop mixer as necessary to clean sides of bowl with rubber spatula.
Beat until well blended.
Pour half of batter into each reserved pan, place pans in oven diagonally on same rack.
Bake until cake tester or wooden pick inserted in centre of each cake comes out clean, 30 to 35 minutes.
Cool cakes in pans on wire racks until just warm, remove from pans and cool completely on racks.
Prepare Chocolate Buttercream.
Reserve about 1/2 cup buttercream for decorative piping.
To assemble cake, place 1 layer on serving plate, spread top evenly with 3/4 of the firm buttercream.
Refrigerate 30 minutes.
Place second cake layer on top of first layer.
Frost sides, then top of cake completely with buttercream.
Pipe reserved buttercream through pastry bag fitted with star tube in a decorative border around top of cake.
Refrigerate cake until thoroughly chilled, serve cold.
Cake must be stored in refrigerator.

Tips:

Use high-quality chocolate. This will make a big difference in the flavor of your buttercream. Look for a chocolate with a cocoa content of at least 70%.
Soften your butter and cream cheese to room temperature before mixing. This will help them to blend together smoothly and create a light and fluffy buttercream.
Beat the butter and cream cheese until they are light and fluffy. This will take a few minutes, but it's worth it to get a smooth and creamy buttercream.
Add the chocolate in small increments. This will help to prevent the buttercream from becoming too thick or grainy.
Taste the buttercream as you go and adjust the sweetness to your liking. You can add more sugar or chocolate if desired.
Use the buttercream immediately or store it in the refrigerator for later use. If you are storing the buttercream in the refrigerator, let it come to room temperature before using.

Conclusion:

French chocolate buttercream is a delicious and versatile frosting that can be used on a variety of desserts. It is easy to make and can be customized to your liking. Whether you are a beginner or an experienced baker, this recipe is sure to become a favorite.