Best Chocolate Cream Cheese Frosting

Best Chocolate Cream Cheese Frosting
  • PREP TIME
    15 mins
  • COOK TIME
    0 mins
  • TOTAL TIME
    15 mins
  • SERVING
    18 People
  • VIEWS
    977

Indulge in the velvety decadence of this chocolate cream cheese frosting, where the deep, rich notes of cocoa meet the subtle tang of cream cheese. A symphony of flavors that elevates any cake or cupcake to new heights of deliciousness.

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Nutrition

  • Carbohydrate
    43 g
  • Cholesterol
    31 mg
  • Fiber
    1 g
  • Protein
    2 g
  • Saturated Fat
    7 g
  • Sodium
    86 mg
  • Sugar
    40 g
  • Fat
    11 g
  • Unsaturated Fat
    0 g

DIRECTIONS

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01 Step

Recipe View In a large bowl, combine the confectioners' sugar, softened cream cheese, cocoa powder, and softened butter. (Prep time: ~5 minutes)

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02 Step

Recipe View Using an electric mixer, beat the ingredients together on medium speed until a smooth and creamy consistency begins to form. (Mixing time: ~3-5 minutes)

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03 Step

Recipe View Gradually add 3 tablespoons of milk, continuing to beat until the frosting reaches a spreadable consistency. If needed, add the remaining 1 tablespoon of milk, a little at a time, to achieve the perfect texture. (Adjusting consistency: ~1-2 minutes)

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04 Step

Recipe View Stir in the vanilla extract and ground cinnamon, ensuring they are evenly distributed throughout the frosting. (Blending flavors: ~1 minute)

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05 Step

Recipe View Pipe or spread the frosting generously onto your cooled cake or cupcakes. (Frosting time varies depending on the number of items)

For an extra touch of richness, try using Dutch-processed cocoa powder.
If you prefer a less sweet frosting, reduce the amount of confectioners' sugar.
The frosting can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Allow it to come to room temperature before using.
For a smoother frosting, sift the confectioners' sugar before adding it to the bowl.

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RECIPE REVIEWS

Avarage Rating: 4.7/ 5 ( 325 Ratings)
Total Reviews: (8)
  • Ewald Ziemann

    This frosting is amazing! It's not too sweet, which is exactly what I was looking for.

  • Scottie Quigley

    Fantastic recipe, I will make this one again.

  • Harmon Ward

    The cinnamon adds such a nice touch! I never would have thought to add it.

  • Simeon Cormier

    The cream cheese really balances out the chocolate. So good!

  • Adeline Lubowitzframi

    Can I use this on sugar cookies? Planning to try for Christmas!

  • Sonya Daugherty

    I found that I needed to add a bit more milk to get it to the right consistency, but it was perfect in the end.

  • Modesto Senger

    This recipe is so easy to follow, even for a beginner like me.

  • Tianna Bosco

    My cake looked professionally decorated thanks to this frosting recipe.

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