Chocolate Buttercream Frosting Shots Recipe

Indulge in the ultimate chocolate indulgence with these decadent Chocolate Buttercream Frosting Shots! Perfect for piping onto cakes, cupcakes, or – for the truly adventurous – enjoying straight from a mini cup like a shot! This rich and creamy frosting is unbelievably easy to make and guaranteed to be a crowd-pleaser. Get ready for the most delicious frosting experience of your life! Makes enough to frost a 9x13 cake, 24 cupcakes, or approximately 30 frosting shots.

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 15 mins
Calories 216.7 kcal
Protein 1g
Rating 5.0 (1 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Chocolate Buttercream Frosting Shots

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How to Make Chocolate Buttercream Frosting Shots

  1. In a large bowl, cream together 1 cup (2 sticks) of softened unsalted butter, 10 ounces of marshmallow cream, 1/4 teaspoon of salt, and 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract.
  2. Using an electric mixer, beat on high speed for 2-3 minutes, until light and fluffy.
  3. Gradually add 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder on low speed, mixing until fully incorporated. Scrape down the sides of the bowl as needed.
  4. Gradually add 4 cups of powdered sugar on low speed, mixing until just combined. Scrape down the sides of the bowl as needed.
  5. If the frosting is too thick, add 1-2 tablespoons of milk or heavy cream, one tablespoon at a time, until you reach your desired consistency.
  6. If not using immediately, refrigerate the frosting in an airtight container. Bring to room temperature (about 10-15 minutes) before using.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

3 g

Sugar

114g

Fat

25g

Carbs

12g

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