OLD-FASHIONED CHOCOLATE FILLING AND FROSTING

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Yummy, rich filling and frosting, enough for a 3 layer cake! This comes from my Grandmom's collection of recipes...it really is old-fashioned :)

Provided by Karen..

Categories     Dessert

Time 30m

Yield 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

4 unsweetened chocolate squares (4 ounces)
2 tablespoons butter
1/2 cup milk
3 tablespoons cornstarch
3 1/2 cups confectioners' sugar
2 egg yolks
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract
4 tablespoons cream

Steps:

  • Melt the chocolate and butter together in top of a double boiler.
  • Mix the cornstarch with the milk; add slowly to melted chocolate, stirring until thick and smooth.
  • Add 1 1/2 cups confectioners' sugar and salt to egg yolks; add to chocolate mixture.
  • Continue to cook while while beating until smooth.
  • Add vanilla and cool.
  • **Usehalf of the mixture to fill or spread between layers of the cake**.
  • Use the other half for frosting by adding remaining 2 cups of confectioners' and the cream slowly to the mixture and beat until smooth.

Robert Saini
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I'm not sure about this recipe. It seems like it might be too sweet.


Abir Hossenbxbnbx
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This frosting looks amazing! I'm definitely going to give it a try.


MAX porras
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Thanks for sharing this recipe! I can't wait to try it.


Fega Akpojeyavwo
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I'm going to try this frosting next time I make a chocolate cake. It sounds delicious!


Denise Mosley
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I would definitely recommend this frosting to others. It's a great way to add a rich chocolate flavor to your desserts.


Ram Kafle
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Overall, this is a good chocolate frosting recipe. It's easy to make and it tastes great.


King
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This frosting was a bit too runny for my liking. I had to chill it for a while before I could use it.


Svetolika Malov
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I followed the recipe exactly, but my frosting turned out too thick. I had to add some milk to thin it out.


Max Hacker
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This frosting is a bit too sweet for my taste, but it's still good.


Joseph shinn
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I'm not a huge fan of chocolate, but I really enjoyed this frosting. It's not too sweet, and it has a nice, rich flavor.


Muwonge Julius
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I used this frosting to fill a chocolate cake, and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved it.


Trell
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This frosting is so easy to make. I just followed the instructions and it turned out perfect.


Jessica Mers
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I love the rich chocolate flavor of this frosting. It's perfect for chocolate lovers!


Sk Sojib khan
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This frosting is the best! It's so smooth and creamy, and it has the perfect amount of sweetness.


Tammy Hart
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I've been using this recipe for years, and it never fails to impress. It's so easy to make, and it always turns out perfectly.


Bertha Adjei
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This chocolate filling and frosting is a classic for a reason! It's rich, creamy, and chocolatey, and it's perfect for filling cakes, cupcakes, and other desserts.