Chocolate Cream Cheese Frosting Recipe
Servings: 12 people
Calories: 231kcal
There is just something about cream cheese frosting that makes all the difference in the world! And, let me tell you, this homemade chocolate cream cheese frosting is to die for!
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Equipment
- Kitchen Scale (optional)
- Hand Mixer
Ingredients
- 4 ounces cream cheese 114 grams, room temperature (½ brick)
- ½ cup unsalted butter 113 grams, room temperature (1 stick)
- 3 cups powdered sugar 339 grams
- ⅔ cup unsweetened cocoa powder 56 grams
- 3 tablespoons milk 43 grams
Instructions
- Using a hand mixer, combine the cream cheese and butter, mixing until they are creamy.4 ounces cream cheese, ½ cup unsalted butter
- With the mixer on low, slowly add in the powdered sugar, cocoa powder, and milk.3 cups powdered sugar, ⅔ cup unsweetened cocoa powder, 3 tablespoons milk
- Gradually increase speed and beat until the frosting is smooth and creamy. If the frosting is too thin, add cornstarch, 1 tablespoon at a time, until the frosting thickens. If the frosting is too thick, add in milk, 1 tablespoon at a time, until the frosting reaches the desired consistency.
Notes
- Make sure the butter and cream cheese are thoroughly softened. If the butter and cream cheese are not soft enough to mush, you will have a hard time getting all the ingredients to blend well.
- Give the frosting a few minutes to firm up before using it. This will make it easier to pipe.
- You can also use a whisk to make this cream cheese frosting. It may take a bit longer, but you will still be able to achieve the silky smooth consistency.
Nutrition
Calories: 231kcal | Carbohydrates: 33g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 12g | Saturated Fat: 7g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 3g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 30mg | Sodium: 34mg | Potassium: 94mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 30g | Vitamin A: 369IU | Calcium: 22mg | Iron: 1mg