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Fluffy Whipped Chocolate Buttercream Frosting

A tall, perfectly piped swirl of rich, dark whipped chocolate buttercream frosting on a white plate.
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This recipe yields a light, airy, and rich chocolate buttercream perfect for frosting cakes and piping decorations.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened
  • 3 1/2 cups powdered sugar, sifted
  • 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder, sifted
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 3 to 5 tablespoons heavy cream
  • 2 ounces bittersweet chocolate, melted and cooled slightly

Instructions

  1. Place the softened butter in a large mixing bowl. Beat the butter with an electric mixer on medium speed until it is smooth and creamy, about 2 minutes.
  2. Gradually add the sifted powdered sugar and sifted cocoa powder to the butter mixture, mixing on low speed until just combined. Scrape down the sides of the bowl as needed.
  3. Add the vanilla extract and salt. Increase the mixer speed to medium-high and beat for 3 minutes until the mixture is lightened in color.
  4. Pour in 3 tablespoons of heavy cream and the cooled melted chocolate. Beat on medium speed for 1 minute.
  5. Increase the speed to high and whip the frosting for 4 to 5 minutes until it becomes visibly light and fluffy. This whipping time is key for the airy texture.
  6. If the frosting seems too stiff, add the remaining heavy cream, one tablespoon at a time, until you reach your desired spreading or piping consistency. Beat for 30 seconds after each addition.
  7. Use immediately to frost your favorite cake or cupcakes.

Notes

  • For the best flavor, use high-quality cocoa powder.
  • Make sure your melted chocolate is not hot; warm chocolate will melt the butter and ruin the texture.
  • If your frosting seems greasy, continue whipping on high speed; incorporating more air often resolves this issue.
  • This is a great chocolate frosting for piping because the whipping process stabilizes it slightly.

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