Chocolate Lover's Frosting Recipe

Indulge your chocolate cravings with this decadent frosting! Adapted from a classic Toll House cocoa recipe, this easy-to-make frosting delivers rich, creamy chocolate flavor in just minutes. Perfect for cakes, cupcakes, brownies – or eating straight from the bowl!

Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 10 mins
Calories 1203.2 kcal
Protein 14g
Rating 5.0 (2 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Chocolate Lover's Frosting

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How to Make Chocolate Lover's Frosting

  1. In a medium bowl, cream together 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter and 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder until smooth.
  2. Add 1 cup powdered sugar and 2 tablespoons milk. Beat with an electric mixer until light and fluffy.
  3. Gradually add the remaining 1 cup powdered sugar and 2 tablespoons milk, beating until the frosting is smooth and creamy.
  4. Stir in 1 teaspoon vanilla extract.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

14 g

Sugar

708g

Fat

161g

Carbs

65g