Mocha Fudge Icing Recipe

Indulge in the rich, decadent flavor of our Mocha Fudge Icing! This incredibly easy recipe delivers a luxuriously smooth and intensely chocolatey icing, perfectly enhanced with the aromatic depth of coffee. Elevate your cakes, cupcakes, or brownies with this irresistible topping – it's guaranteed to be a crowd-pleaser!

Prep Time 5 mins
Cook Time 10 mins
Calories 3009.6 kcal
Protein 44g
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Ingredients for Mocha Fudge Icing

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How to Make Mocha Fudge Icing

  1. In a large bowl, whisk together 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder and 3 cups powdered sugar.
  2. Cream together 1 cup of the cocoa/sugar mixture with 1/2 cup (1 stick) softened unsalted butter until light and fluffy.
  3. Gradually blend in 1 teaspoon vanilla extract and 1/4 cup milk until smooth.
  4. Add the remaining cocoa/sugar mixture and the remaining 1/4 cup milk. Beat with an electric mixer until smooth and creamy.
  5. Continue beating for 2-3 minutes until the icing is light and fluffy.
  6. Gradually add instant espresso powder, 1 teaspoon at a time, tasting after each addition until you reach your desired coffee flavor (start with 1-2 teaspoons).
  7. Add more milk, 1 tablespoon at a time, if needed to reach desired consistency.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

33 g

Sugar

1886g

Fat

346g

Carbs

175g

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Mocha Fudge Icing?

Mocha Fudge Icing takes about 15 minutes from start to finish — roughly 5 minutes to prepare and 10 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Mocha Fudge Icing?

Mocha Fudge Icing has approximately 3009.6 calories per serving, with about 44 g protein, 175 g carbohydrates and 170 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Mocha Fudge Icing?

The key ingredients for Mocha Fudge Icing are Cocoa Powder, Powdered Sugar, Butter, Vanilla Extract, Evaporated Milk, Instant Coffee Powder. See the full list with measurements above.

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