Simple Sour Cream Chocolate Frosting Recipe

Indulge in this incredibly easy and decadent chocolate frosting recipe! Ready in just 10 minutes, this dreamy sour cream-based frosting is perfect for cakes, cookies, brownies, or anything that needs a rich chocolate topping. Skip the complicated cake recipes and go straight to the deliciousness!

Prep Time 5 mins
Cook Time 10 mins
Calories 970.4 kcal
Protein 19g
Rating 4.5 (4 Reviews)
Simple Sour Cream Chocolate Frosting

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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Simple Sour Cream Chocolate Frosting

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How to Make Simple Sour Cream Chocolate Frosting

  1. Melt 1 cup of semi-sweet chocolate chips in a microwave-safe bowl in 30-second intervals, stirring until smooth. Alternatively, melt the chocolate chips in a heatproof bowl set over a pan of simmering water (double boiler method).
  2. Remove from heat and stir in 1/2 cup of sour cream until completely combined and smooth.
  3. Let the frosting cool slightly before using for optimal consistency.
  4. Frost your favorite cakes, cookies, brownies, muffins, or any other treats! Enjoy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

3 g

Sugar

330g

Fat

209g

Carbs

33g

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