Best 5 Old Fashioned Cooked Chocolate Icing Recipes

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Indulge in the timeless classic of Old-Fashioned Cooked Chocolate Icing, a delectable treat that has graced desserts for generations. This luscious frosting is crafted with simple ingredients—cocoa powder, sugar, milk, butter, and a touch of salt—transformed into a rich, velvety masterpiece through the gentle heat of a saucepan. Experience the magic as the mixture thickens and deepens in flavor, reaching the perfect consistency to generously coat your favorite cakes, cupcakes, and other baked delights. Elevate your culinary creations with this irresistible icing, a true testament to the enduring appeal of classic dessert traditions.

The article presents a collection of Old-Fashioned Cooked Chocolate Icing recipes, each offering a unique twist on this beloved classic. Explore variations that incorporate different types of chocolate, such as semisweet, bittersweet, or dark chocolate, to create a range of flavors that cater to every palate. Discover recipes that utilize alternative sweeteners, like honey or maple syrup, for a touch of natural sweetness. For those with dietary restrictions, explore gluten-free and vegan adaptations that maintain the same decadent taste and texture. Whether you prefer a traditional or a more contemporary take on this iconic icing, this article has a recipe that will satisfy your cravings and leave you yearning for more.

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

OLD FASHIONED CHOCOLATE FUDGE FROSTING



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This is a very good recipe for chocolate fudge icing. Makes enough for 2-layer cake, one 13-by-9-inch cake or 24 cupcakes.

Provided by pink cook

Categories     Dessert

Time 40m

Yield 2 cups

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 1/2 cups sugar (I use Splenda Blend)
1/4 cup cocoa
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 cup butter
1/2 cup evaporated milk (or use half-and-half )
1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Steps:

  • In a heavy medium saucepan, combine the sugar, cocoa, and salt, and stir or whisk to mix everything well.
  • Add the butter and place over medium heat, stirring to melt the butter and mix everything together into a smooth, brown sauce.
  • Add the milk, stir well, and bring the frosting to a boil, stirring often and adjust the heat to maintain an active but gentle boil, and cook for 5 minutes, stirring often.
  • When the frosting begins to thicken, remove it from the heat and stir in the vanilla and set it aside to cool for about 20 minutes.
  • Beat the frosting just until it thickens and looks shiny, and then spread it over the cake or the layers you want to ice.

OLD-FASHIONED CHOCOLATE FUDGE



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This fudge is easy to make and very delicious. Enjoy this with your loved ones. For best results be sure to use a candy thermometer.

Provided by BOOK_WORM

Categories     Desserts     Candy Recipes     Fudge Recipes     Chocolate

Yield 60

Number Of Ingredients 5

2 cups white sugar
½ cup cocoa
1 cup milk
4 tablespoons butter
1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Steps:

  • Grease an 8x8 inch square baking pan. Set aside.
  • Combine sugar, cocoa and milk in a medium saucepan. Stir to blend, then bring to a boil, stirring constantly. Reduce heat and simmer. Do not stir again.
  • Place candy thermometer in pan and cook until temperature reaches 238 degrees F(114 degrees C). If you are not using a thermometer, then cook until a drop of this mixture in a cup of cold water forms a soft ball. Feel the ball with your fingers to make sure it is the right consistency. It should flatten when pressed between your fingers.
  • Remove from heat. Add butter or margarine and vanilla extract. Beat with a wooden spoon until the fudge loses its sheen. Do not under beat.
  • Pour into prepared pan and let cool. Cut into about 60 squares.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 36.5 calories, Carbohydrate 7.3 g, Cholesterol 2.4 mg, Fat 0.9 g, Fiber 0.2 g, Protein 0.3 g, SaturatedFat 0.6 g, Sodium 7.3 mg, Sugar 6.9 g

COOKED CHOCOLATE FUDGE ICING



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Make and share this Cooked Chocolate Fudge Icing recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Charlotte J

Categories     Dessert

Time 13m

Yield 1 batch of frosting

Number Of Ingredients 4

3 cups sugar
3/4 cup cocoa
3/4 cup evaporated milk
3/4 cup margarine

Steps:

  • Put all ingredients in a large saucepan.
  • When mixture comes to a boil, cook l and 1/2 minutes.
  • Remove from heat and set to cool a few minutes.
  • Beat to spreading consistency.
  • Will frost a 2 or 3 layer cake.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 3424.6, Fat 88.5, SaturatedFat 22.8, Cholesterol 54.8, Sodium 1005.5, Carbohydrate 655.6, Fiber 12, Sugar 598.8, Protein 25.6

OLD-FASHIONED CHOCOLATE FROSTING



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Use this to frost our Old-Fashioned Chocolate Cake.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Dessert & Treats Recipes

Yield Makes about 3 cups

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 1/2 cups confectioners' sugar
3 tablespoons unsweetened Dutch-process cocoa powder
Pinch of salt
5 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
4 ounces cream cheese, room temperature
7 ounces bittersweet chocolate, melted
2/3 cup sour cream

Steps:

  • Sift sugar, cocoa powder, and salt into a medium bowl; set aside.
  • Put butter and cream cheese into the bowl of an electric mixer fitted with the paddle attachment. Mix on medium-high until fluffy. Reduce speed to low. Gradually add sugar mixture. Mix in chocolate and sour cream. Use immediately.

OLD-FASHIONED YELLOW CAKE WITH CHOCOLATE ICING



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When I first got married, my husband told me that his favorite cake was a simple yellow cake with chocolate icing. I wanted to make a birthday cake for him from scratch, and this was the result. He never would eat a box cake again! This is especially nice with a tall glass of milk.

Provided by JackieOhNo

Categories     Dessert

Time 1h10m

Yield 1 8-inch cake

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 cup vegetable shortening
1 cup granulated sugar
1 whole egg
3 egg yolks
1 1/2 cups sifted cake flour
2 teaspoons baking powder
1 pinch salt
1/2 cup milk
1 teaspoon vanilla
3 egg whites
3 ounces unsweetened chocolate
1 (14 ounce) can sweetened condensed milk
1/2 cup unsalted butter, cut into 8 pieces
1 egg yolk, beaten
1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla

Steps:

  • To make cake, preheat oven to 350°F
  • In a large bowl, beat shortening until light.
  • Slowly beat in sugar.
  • Add egg and egg yolks, one at a time, beating well after each addition.
  • Sift flour with baking powder and salt.
  • Add to batter in 3 parts, alternating with 3 parts milk.
  • Stir in vanilla.
  • Beat egg whites until stiff.
  • Fold into batter.
  • Pour batter into two buttered and floured 8-inch round cake pans.
  • Bake for about 25 minutes, until a toothpick inserted in center comes out clean.
  • Cool on a wire rack before icing.
  • To make icing, in top of a double boiler over simmering water, melt chocolate and stir in condensed milk. Beat until smooth.
  • Stir in butter, one piece at a time, stirring after each addition. Stir in egg yolk and vanilla. Beat until smooth and thick. (If the icing becomes too thick, thin with a little hot water.).

Tips:

  • For a richer, more decadent frosting, use dark chocolate or semisweet chocolate instead of unsweetened chocolate.
  • If you want a creamier frosting, add a little bit of heavy cream or milk.
  • To make a chocolate ganache frosting, simply omit the milk and butter, and add 1/2 cup of heavy cream to the melted chocolate.
  • To make a chocolate buttercream frosting, cream together 1/2 cup of softened butter with 3 cups of confectioners' sugar, then add 1/2 cup of melted chocolate and 1/4 cup of milk.
  • For a chocolate mint frosting, add 1 teaspoon of mint extract to the melted chocolate before adding it to the frosting.

Conclusion:

This old-fashioned cooked chocolate icing is a delicious and versatile frosting that can be used on a variety of cakes, cupcakes, and other desserts. With its rich chocolate flavor and creamy texture, it's sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it. So next time you're looking for a classic chocolate frosting, give this recipe a try.

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