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easy fudge buttercream in a bowl
5 from 8 reviews

Easy Fudge Buttercream Frosting

Servings: 4 cups
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Total Time: 5 minutes
This rich and chocolaty fudge frosting could not be easier to prepare. It's the perfect topping for cakes, cupcakes and more!

Ingredients
 

  • 6 oz (180 grams) unsweetened chocolate , melted and cooled
  • 4 ½ cups (563 grams) powdered sugar
  • 1 ½ cups (340 grams) unsalted butter , at room temperature
  • 6 tablespoons (90 ml) whole milk, half and half, or heavy cream
  • 1 tablespoon vanilla extract

Instructions
 

  • Place all ingredients in a food processor and pulse to incorporate. Process for a few seconds until smooth. If needed, scrape down any stray bits from the side of the bowl and pulse again for a few seconds.

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Notes

Nutrition facts are per 1 cup of frosting.
Recipe adapted from Sky High: Irresistible Triple Layer Cakes.
Calories: 1372kcal, Carbohydrates: 149g, Protein: 7g, Fat: 92g, Saturated Fat: 58g, Cholesterol: 185mg, Sodium: 32mg, Potassium: 403mg, Fiber: 7g, Sugar: 134g, Vitamin A: 2164IU, Calcium: 89mg, Iron: 7mg
Cuisine: American
Course: Dessert
Author: Annalise Sandberg
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