Sylvi's Chocolate Ice Cream Frosting Recipe

Indulge in this dreamy chocolate frosting that tastes EXACTLY like creamy chocolate ice cream! Easily customizable – swap out chocolate chips for your favorite flavor to create endless variations. A beloved family recipe, its origins may be a mystery, but the deliciousness is undeniable! Perfect for cakes, cupcakes, and more!

Prep Time 10 mins

Cook Time 15 mins

Calories 160.2 kcal

Protein 2g

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Ingredients for Sylvi's Chocolate Ice Cream Frosting

1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
1/2 cup milk
Miniature Marshmallows
Heavy Whipping Cream
1 teaspoon vanilla extract

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How to Make Sylvi's Chocolate Ice Cream Frosting

Melt 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips, 1/2 cup milk, and 1 cup mini marshmallows in a double boiler over simmering water, stirring occasionally until smooth.
Remove from heat and let cool completely to room temperature.
In a separate bowl, whip 1 cup heavy cream with 2 tablespoons powdered sugar until stiff peaks form.
Gently fold the cooled chocolate mixture into the whipped cream. Stir in 1 teaspoon vanilla extract.
Frost your favorite 9x13 inch cake or two 8-inch layer cakes.
Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the frosting to set before serving.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

0 g

Sugar

45g

Fat

36g

Carbs

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Sylvi's Chocolate Ice Cream Frosting?

Sylvi's Chocolate Ice Cream Frosting takes about 25 minutes from start to finish — roughly 10 minutes to prepare and 15 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Sylvi's Chocolate Ice Cream Frosting?

Sylvi's Chocolate Ice Cream Frosting has approximately 160.2 calories per serving, with about 2 g protein, 4 g carbohydrates and 18 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Sylvi's Chocolate Ice Cream Frosting?

The key ingredients for Sylvi's Chocolate Ice Cream Frosting are Chocolate Chips, Milk, Miniature Marshmallows, Heavy Whipping Cream, Vanilla. See the full list with measurements above.