Chocolate Butter Icing – Smooth Bakery-Style Frosting
A silky, deeply chocolatey buttercream frosting made with real cocoa and butter — perfect for cakes, cupcakes, brownies, and more.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: Frosts 1 two-layer cake or 18–20 cupcakes 1x
Ingredients
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1 cup unsalted butter (softened)
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¾ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
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2½ to 3 cups powdered sugar (sifted)
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¼ tsp salt
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2–4 tbsp heavy cream or whole milk
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1½ tsp vanilla extract
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(Optional) ½ cup melted dark chocolate (cooled)
Instructions
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Beat softened butter on medium-high for 3–4 minutes until fluffy.
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Add cocoa powder and mix until fully combined.
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Gradually add powdered sugar and salt, mixing well.
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Add vanilla and cream, 1 tbsp at a time, beating until smooth and fluffy.
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(Optional) Mix in melted chocolate for extra richness.
Notes
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Sift powdered sugar and cocoa for smooth texture.
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Adjust cream for desired consistency.
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Chill slightly before piping for sharp edges.