Fluffy Chocolate Frosting Recipe

Indulge in the decadent richness of our Fluffy Chocolate Frosting! This easy recipe, inspired by the Cake Mix Doctor, creates a cloud-like, intensely chocolatey frosting perfect for topping a two-layer cake or 30 delightful cupcakes. Get ready for rave reviews!

Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 10 mins
Calories 813.2 kcal
Protein 7g
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Ingredients for Fluffy Chocolate Frosting

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How to Make Fluffy Chocolate Frosting

  1. In a mixing bowl, whisk together 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder with 1/2 cup boiling water until smooth. Let cool slightly.
  2. Add 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened, to the cocoa mixture. Beat on low speed with an electric mixer until well combined.
  3. Gradually add 4 cups powdered sugar, beating on low speed until incorporated.
  4. Add 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract.
  5. Increase mixer speed to medium-high and beat for 3-5 minutes, or until the frosting is light, fluffy, and completely smooth.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

11 g

Sugar

470g

Fat

97g

Carbs

43g

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Fluffy Chocolate Frosting?

Fluffy Chocolate Frosting takes about 20 minutes from start to finish — roughly 10 minutes to prepare and 10 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Fluffy Chocolate Frosting?

Fluffy Chocolate Frosting has approximately 813.2 calories per serving, with about 7 g protein, 43 g carbohydrates and 49 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Fluffy Chocolate Frosting?

The key ingredients for Fluffy Chocolate Frosting are Cocoa, Boiling Water, Butter, Powdered Sugar, Vanilla. See the full list with measurements above.

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