Description
Indulge in the rich and decadent goodness of this Chocolate Cream Cheese Frosting recipe. Perfect for topping your favorite cakes and cupcakes, this creamy and velvety frosting will elevate any dessert to a whole new level.
Ingredients
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Cream Cheese Frosting:
- 1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2/3 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 3 1/2 cups powdered sugar
- 1/4 cup heavy cream (plus more if needed)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- pinch of salt
Instructions
- Beat Cream Cheese and Butter: In a large bowl, beat the softened cream cheese and butter together until smooth and creamy, about 2–3 minutes.
- Add Cocoa Powder: Add the cocoa powder and beat until fully incorporated.
- Add Powdered Sugar: Gradually add the powdered sugar, one cup at a time, beating well after each addition.
- Incorporate Remaining Ingredients: Add the heavy cream, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt. Beat on medium-high speed for 2–3 minutes until light, fluffy, and spreadable.
- Adjust Consistency: If the frosting is too thick, add a tablespoon of cream at a time until the desired consistency is reached.
Notes
- This frosting pairs beautifully with chocolate, red velvet, or vanilla cakes and cupcakes.
- Make sure the butter and cream cheese are fully softened to avoid lumps.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tablespoons
- Calories: 190
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 65mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
