Chocolate Butter Recipe

Indulge in this decadent Chocolate Butter, the perfect companion for warm scones, pancakes, or even crusty bread! This luxuriously rich and creamy spread is infused with the irresistible aroma of cocoa and vanilla. Easily made in minutes, it's the ultimate treat for chocolate lovers. (Best with butter, but margarine works in a pinch!) Recipe from Chocolatier Magazine.

Prep Time 5 mins
Cook Time 5 mins
Calories 1277.5 kcal
Protein 8g
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Ingredients for Chocolate Butter

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How to Make Chocolate Butter

  1. In a medium bowl, beat 1 cup (2 sticks) of softened butter with a hand-held mixer until light and creamy (about 2 minutes).
  2. In a separate bowl, sift together 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder and 1/2 cup powdered sugar. Gradually add to the creamed butter, mixing until fully incorporated.
  3. Beat in 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract for 1-2 minutes, until the mixture is completely smooth and fluffy.
  4. Transfer the chocolate butter to a small serving dish.
  5. If not serving immediately, cover and refrigerate for up to 3 days. Let stand at room temperature for 15 minutes before serving to soften.
  6. Enjoy! Serve with warm scones, pancakes, or your favorite baked goods.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

45 g

Sugar

158g

Fat

394g

Carbs

16g

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Chocolate Butter?

Chocolate Butter takes about 10 minutes from start to finish — roughly 5 minutes to prepare and 5 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Chocolate Butter?

Chocolate Butter has approximately 1277.5 calories per serving, with about 8 g protein, 16 g carbohydrates and 191 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Chocolate Butter?

The key ingredients for Chocolate Butter are Unsweetened Cocoa Powder, Icing Sugar, Butter, Pure Vanilla Extract. See the full list with measurements above.

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