Creamy Chocolate Frosting Recipe

Indulge in this decadent, creamy chocolate frosting! Perfect for covering a large cake or cupcakes, this recipe is easy to make and delivers rich, intensely chocolatey flavor in just minutes. Get ready for rave reviews!

Prep Time 5 mins
Cook Time 10 mins
Calories 202.7 kcal
Protein 2g
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Ingredients for Creamy Chocolate Frosting

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How to Make Creamy Chocolate Frosting

  1. Melt 6 ounces (170g) of semi-sweet chocolate chips in a microwave-safe bowl on low power in 30-second intervals, stirring until smooth.
  2. In a separate bowl, beat 8 ounces (225g) of softened cream cheese with 1/4 cup (60ml) of milk until completely smooth and creamy.
  3. Gradually add 3 cups (360g) of powdered sugar to the cream cheese mixture, beating on medium speed until light and fluffy.
  4. Gradually blend in the melted chocolate, 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt until fully incorporated and smooth.
  5. Spread your frosting over your favorite cake or cupcakes. Enjoy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

1 g

Sugar

147g

Fat

17g

Carbs

12g

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Creamy Chocolate Frosting?

Creamy Chocolate Frosting takes about 15 minutes from start to finish — roughly 5 minutes to prepare and 10 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Creamy Chocolate Frosting?

Creamy Chocolate Frosting has approximately 202.7 calories per serving, with about 2 g protein, 12 g carbohydrates and 8 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Creamy Chocolate Frosting?

The key ingredients for Creamy Chocolate Frosting are Baking Chocolate Squares, Cream Cheese, Milk, Powdered Sugar, Vanilla, Salt. See the full list with measurements above.

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