Best 4 The Best Mocha Buttercream Frosting Icing Recipes

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**Unveiling the Ultimate Mocha Buttercream Frosting: A Symphony of Coffee and Chocolate Flavors**

Indulge in the epitome of frosting artistry with our selection of mocha buttercream frosting recipes, a harmonious blend of coffee and chocolate flavors that will elevate your cakes, cupcakes, and desserts to new heights. These delectable frostings are crafted with simple ingredients, yet each recipe imparts a unique twist, ensuring an explosion of flavors and textures to tantalize your taste buds. From the classic mocha buttercream, boasting a rich balance of coffee and chocolate, to the decadent white chocolate mocha buttercream, offering a creamy and luxurious experience, these recipes cater to every palate. Embrace the delightful variations, including the espresso buttercream, for an intense coffee kick, and the chocolate coffee buttercream, a harmonious union of coffee and chocolate flavors in a single frosting. Prepare to embark on a culinary journey that will transform your desserts into masterpieces, leaving your guests craving more.

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

MOCHA ICING



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This is an old recipe I have for Mocha Icing. I hope you like it. The recipe makes enough for one 8 inch layer cake.

Provided by Carol

Categories     Desserts     Frostings and Icings     Chocolate

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 7

⅓ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
⅓ cup strong, hot, brewed coffee
3 cups confectioners' sugar
⅓ cup melted butter
⅛ teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
¼ cup chopped walnuts

Steps:

  • Combine coffee and cocoa in small bowl of electric mixer. Beat until blended. Add sugar, butter or margarine, salt, and vanilla. Beat until blended. Scrape bowl, and beat icing until it has a spreading consistency.
  • Frost the cake, and sprinkle with chopped walnuts if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 184.4 calories, Carbohydrate 31.6 g, Cholesterol 13.6 mg, Fat 7.1 g, Fiber 1 g, Protein 0.9 g, SaturatedFat 3.6 g, Sodium 61.6 mg, Sugar 29.5 g

THE BEST MOCHA BUTTERCREAM FROSTING



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The Best Mocha Buttercream Frosting is a delicious blend of chocolate and coffee in one creamy and easy to make homemade buttercream frosting.

Provided by Two Sisters Crafting

Categories     Frosting

Time 10m

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 cup softened Butter (We use Salted Sweet Cream Butter)
1 packet of Starbucks Instant French Roast Coffee
1 teaspoon Hot Water
1/2 teaspoon Vanilla Extract
1 /8 cup Cocoa Powder
1 pound (4 cups) of Powdered Sugar
Decorating Bags
Wilton 2D Decorating Tip
Mixer

Steps:

  • Dissolve 1 packet of Starbucks French Roast Instant Coffee in 1 teaspoon of very hot water. Allow to cool.
  • Add softened Butter to a mixer.
  • Add cooled coffee mixture and vanilla to mixer.
  • Mix butter, coffee and vanilla.
  • Mix Cocoa Powder and Powdered Sugar.
  • Add Cocoa/Powered Sugar a cup at a time and continue to mix until sugar is incorporated.

THE BEST MOCHA BUTTERCREAM FROSTING / ICING



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This is definitely the best frosting I have ever had. I am in love with it! Perfect texture....nothing like store bought! It is wonderful on everything!!!

Provided by KirstenSU04

Categories     Dessert

Time 5m

Yield 1 12, 16 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 1/2 cups butter, softened
3 cups powdered sugar
4 tablespoons cocoa powder
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
2 tablespoons instant coffee, dissolved in a splash of hot water

Steps:

  • In your mixer, beat the softened butter with the powdered sugar until it is creamy.
  • Add in the cocoa powder, vanilla extract & coffee.
  • Beat with the mixer until it's nice and fluffy (about a minute or 2)
  • This makes a perfectly spreadable frosting. The nice thing about it is that you can put it in the fridge to make it a little more firm if you would like.

MOCHA BUTTERCREAM FROSTING



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

Provided by evelynathens

Categories     Dessert

Time 10m

Yield 3 cups, 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

3/4 cup butter, softened
4 cups icing sugar, sifted
4 teaspoons instant coffee, dissolved in 1/4 cup boiling water (I use an instant espresso)
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 cup boiling water
1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa
1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla

Steps:

  • Cream butter until light and fluffy, about 4 minutes and beat in 1/3 cup of icing sugar, coffee mixture, salt, half the remaining icing sugar, the cocoa and vanilla.
  • Beat in remaining icing sugar slowly and beat buttercream at high speed until it is light and fluffy.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 267.8, Fat 12, SaturatedFat 7.6, Cholesterol 30.5, Sodium 200.1, Carbohydrate 42.2, Fiber 1.2, Sugar 39.3, Protein 0.9

Tips:

  • Use high-quality coffee: The flavor of your mocha buttercream frosting will depend on the quality of the coffee you use. Choose a dark roast coffee with a rich flavor.
  • Brew your coffee strong: You want the coffee flavor to be pronounced in the frosting, so brew your coffee strong. You can use a regular coffee maker or a French press.
  • Let the coffee cool completely: Before adding the coffee to the frosting, let it cool completely to room temperature. This will prevent the frosting from curdling.
  • Use unsalted butter: Unsalted butter is best for making buttercream frosting because it allows you to control the amount of salt in the frosting. If you use salted butter, be sure to omit the additional salt called for in the recipe.
  • Cream the butter and sugar together until light and fluffy: This will create a smooth and creamy frosting.
  • Add the coffee and cocoa powder gradually: Add the coffee and cocoa powder to the frosting gradually, beating well after each addition. This will help to prevent the frosting from curdling.
  • Use the frosting immediately or store it in the refrigerator: Mocha buttercream frosting can be used immediately or stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. If you are storing the frosting, be sure to bring it to room temperature before using it.

Conclusion:

Mocha buttercream frosting is a delicious and versatile frosting that can be used to frost cakes, cupcakes, and cookies. It is also a great filling for pies and tarts. The combination of chocolate and coffee flavors is sure to please everyone. Whether you are a coffee lover or not, you are sure to enjoy this frosting. So next time you are looking for a frosting recipe, give mocha buttercream frosting a try. You won't be disappointed!

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