This will be the richest, creamiest, most delicious Chocolate Buttercream Frosting to ever cross your lips. It’s silky smooth, made with six simple ingredients and has a rich chocolate flavor. It’s perfect for frosting cakes, cupcakes, brownies and more!
Table of Contents
- Ingredients You’ll Need
- How to Make Chocolate Buttercream Frosting
- How Much Frosting Does This Make?
- Expert Tips
- Storage Tips
- Use this Chocolate Buttercream Frosting for:
- The Best Chocolate Buttercream Frosting Video
- Common Questions
- Try These Frosting Recipes Next
- Chocolate Buttercream Frosting Recipe Recipe
I have a confession to make. Chocolate buttercream frosting has always been an item on my grocery list rather than a recipe in my baking repertoire.
Who has the time to make buttercream frosting when it takes all of 2 seconds to toss it into your shopping cart and call it a day? But after a reader emailed me asking for a fool-proof chocolate buttercream frosting recipe (to follow up on my vanilla buttercream recipe), I knew it was time to wave goodbye to the store-bought stuff and finally go the DIY route.
Little did I know, 5 minutes into my recipe creation process I’d be licking a spatula slathered in the best chocolate buttercream frosting to ever cross my lips. I repeat, 5 minutes.
No fancy preservatives. No seven-syllable ingredients. Just six simple ingredients:
- Unsalted butter: Be sure it’s softened to room temp before you start. It should feel cool and lightly indent with a fingertip. Avoid melting or over-softening for the best consistency.
- Unsweetened cocoa powder: You can use either natural or Dutch-process cocoa powder for this recipe. Just be sure to avoid varieties with added sugar for better control over the sweetness.
- Confectioners’ sugar: Also known as powdered sugar.
- Milk: Use whole milk for that perfectly creamy texture. Other milks work, but your frosting will be slightly less creamy.
- Vanilla: Use pure vanilla extract for the best flavor.
- Salt: My secret ingredient! Just a pinch of salt helps balance out the sweetness and round out the flavors.
See the recipe card for full information on ingredients and quantities.
Kelly’s Note: Some people swear by sifting the cocoa powder and confectioners’ sugar for a silky frosting, but I find that just adds unnecessary time. Trust me, if you follow my recipe you’ll have velvety smooth frosting without the extra step!
I make this in my stand mixer but a large bowl and a hand mixer works, too! Just note that your buttercream may not be as smooth.
- Beat the butter. In the bowl of a stand mixer fitted with the paddle attachment, beat the butter on medium speed until it is smooth. This will take about 1 minute.
- Add the confectioners’ sugar and cocoa powder to the bowl and beat until combined.
- With the stand mixer running on low speed, slowly stream in the milk and vanilla extract. Add the salt and continue beating until well combined. Be sure to scrape down the sides as needed so everything gets incorporated.
- Increase the speed to high and beat the frosting for an additional 2 minutes.
Kelly’s Note: The key to achieving a light and smooth buttercream is giving it a good beating. The longer you whip it, the more air gets incorporated, resulting in a lighter and smoother texture. By the end, your buttercream should be a lighter color than when you started.
How Much Frosting Does This Make?
This recipe yields 2 cups of chocolate frosting or about enough to frost 1 ½ – 2 dozen cupcakes or a 9 x 13 sheet cake.
If you’re frosting a 2 layer cake, I recommend doubling the recipe as I’d rather you have ample frosting than not enough. This chocolate buttercream is especially fantastic on my chocolate cake recipe—it’s a match made in dessert heaven!
- Use good quality cocoa powder. The better the quality, the better the taste of your frosting. Natural cocoa powder has a brighter, more acidic flavor, while Dutch-processed cocoa is treated with an alkaline solution, resulting in a milder, smoother taste.
- This recipe can be easily doubled for all my fellow chocoholics out there.
- Use the beater blade with your stand mixer (rather than the whisk). It’ll result in creamy frosting that lightens in color the longer it’s mixed.
- This buttercream frosting pipes like a breeze. So get your fancy pants on and check out my simple trick for piping two-tone swirled frosting.
- If your frosting is runny: Add additional powdered sugar, ¼ cup at a time, until the frosting reaches your desired consistency.
If your frosting is too thick: Slowly add more milk until the desired consistency is reached.
Pro Decorating Tip: Grab a small spoon and use the back of it to make luscious, deep swirls and create the perfect peaks and valleys for a shower of sprinkles in every color.
Store the chocolate buttercream in an airtight container in the fridge for up to five days. When ready to use, allow it to come to room temp and mix with a spoon or electric mixer.
Use this Chocolate Buttercream Frosting for:
This velvety chocolate buttercream frosting is perfect for cakes, cupcakes, brownies, cookies and beyond! These are just a few of my favorite desserts to pair with this frosting:
The Best Chocolate Buttercream Frosting Video
Common Questions
A decorated cake with buttercream frosting can be stored at room temperature for up to 3 days. However, if it’s hot or humid where you live, store the cake in the fridge.
Absolutely! But you might need to adjust the quantity since it’s a bit thicker.
Yes, you can, but be mindful of the overall saltiness. Adjust the added salt accordingly or omit it if using salted butter.
I haven’t tried this substitution but it should work. However, you might need to adjust the quantity since it’s a bit thinner.
The most common culprit is that the sugar didn’t dissolve into the butter properly, so really take your time to cream the ingredients together.
I go both ways when it comes to this question! Yes, you absolutely can freeze buttercream, but in order to maintain the silky smooth consistency, you need to know how to thaw it. Once your buttercream is frozen solid (in an airtight container), bring it to room temp in the refrigerator, then if necessary, re-whip it in a stand mixer to guarantee the best texture.
Balance sweetness by adding more cocoa powder or a pinch of salt. Adjust gradually, tasting as you go.
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Ingredients
- 6 Tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
- 2 1/3 cups confectioners’ sugar
- 3/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/3 cup whole milk
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- In the bowl of a stand mixer fitted with the paddle attachment, beat the butter on medium speed until it is smooth, about 1 minute.
- Add the confectioners’ sugar and cocoa powder to the bowl and beat until combined. With the stand mixer running on low speed, slowly stream in the milk and vanilla extract then add the salt and continue beating until well combined, scraping down the sides as needed, about 2 minutes.
- Increase the speed to high and beat the frosting for an additional 2 minutes. Use the frosting immediately or store in an airtight container in the fridge. (If you refrigerate the frosting, you may want to re-blend it for a few seconds in the stand mixer before using it.)
Kelly’s Notes
- This recipe yields 2 cups of frosting or about enough to frost 1 ½ – 2 dozen cupcakes or a 9 x 13 sheet cake.
- If you’re frosting a 2 layer cake, I recommend doubling the recipe as I’d rather you have ample frosting than not enough.
- No stand mixer? No problem! You can make this using a large bowl and a hand mixer.
- Use good quality cocoa powder. The better the quality, the better the taste of your frosting.
- This recipe can be easily doubled.
- Use the beater blade with your stand mixer (rather than the whisk). It’ll result in creamy frosting that lightens in color the longer it’s mixed.
- If your frosting is runny: Add additional powdered sugar, ¼ cup at a time, until the frosting reaches your desired consistency.
- If your frosting is too thick: Slowly add more milk until the desired consistency is reached.
- Store the chocolate buttercream in an airtight container in the fridge for up to five days. When ready to use, allow it to come to room temp and mix with a spoon or electric mixer.
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This. is. perfect!
I use this recipe for everything!
Today, I’m going to add a little Irish Cream to the milk, and frost my double chocolate St. Patrick’s Day cake.
Yum.
So thrilled you’re enjoying it, Beth!
Hi,
Quick question, would 2% milk work too?
It will!
I get rave reviews every time I make this for company. Thank you for sharing.
You are so welcome, Edith! I’m thrilled you’ve been enjoying the recipe!
Great chocolate frosting with really smooth texture. I’ll make this again and again.
So glad you enjoyed it, Mary!
Amazing!!!!!!!!!!
So glad you enjoyed it, Sarah!
This recipe turned out perfectly. I had my serious doubts when, upon mixing the powdered sugar and cocoa with the butter, the whole thing just looked so dry. It looked like a bowl of sugar and cocoa mixed together and that’s it! I was convinced I was going to have to find another recipe and re-do the whole thing. BUT, as soon as I added that 1/3c. of cream/milk (I happened to have half and half), a miracle occurred, and it turned into beautiful chocolate frosting!!! I then beat it for two minutes as the recipe said, and it turned out to be the most creamy, flawless frosting I have ever made! I piped it on 18 cupcakes and still had frosting left over. Thank you for this recipe!!
Love reading this glowing review! Thanks, Rita!
Delish! I had enough to do a 2 layer cake with this recipe, really yummy!
So glad you enjoyed it!
I’m not usually a fan of powdered sugar frostings (they taste kind of “raw”), but, after reading the reviews, thought I’d give this one a try. Wow! I used chocolate milk since that’s all I had in the fridge, otherwise followed the recipe. We love this frosting, thanks for sharing!
So glad you enjoyed it, Roxanne!
Is so soft , delicious and easy to prepare ! And most of all ..to eat !! I like to prepare cookies and to eat … I can`t stop till …finish all !
Thanks for this recipe , is the best for me ! 5 minutes…
So glad you enjoyed it, Antoinette!
Very tasty and easy! Everyone loves it.
So glad you enjoyed it, Rhonda!
Bravo! A simple, easy, smooth and delish recipe. I did add a tablespoon of instant espresso just because my bunch likes the flavor and IMHO even though I used Dutch processed cocoa it gives the chocolate a rich boost.
So glad you enjoyed it, Jannalyn!
Second time making this recipe, came out perfectly once again. Classic!
So thrilled you’re enjoying it, Bella!
Why do you not pipe icing to the true edge of cupcake?
Just my personal style preference!
Best frosting recipe ever!! Thank you
So glad you enjoyed it, Sophia!
Perfect for my cupcakes! They just needed that marvelous frosting to make them delicous.
So glad you enjoyed the recipe, Marian!
Delicious, simple to make, and easy to pipe!!!
I’m so glad you enjoyed the recipe, Tena!
Yesterday I made your delicious chocolate buttercream frosting recipe to decorate my homemade chocolate cupcakes. I was bringing them to share at work so I don’t eat them all. Lol! I only had 100% cacao natural unsweetened and it still tasted amazing!!! Everyone at work loved the silky, delicious and chocolate frosting on chocolate cupcakes. I actually made something amazing because of you!! Thank you so much!!!
I’m so glad you enjoyed it, Emilie!
Kelly…
Last week… I made your yummalicious chocolate buttercream frosting exactly as instructed in the recipe. It was sooo good! This week… I’ve doubled the recipe and found the same awesome results! My husband would find it difficult to forgive me if I decided to make an alternative! This is now… and will always continue to be… my go to frosting!.. It’s the best!
I’m so thrilled you enjoyed it, Cindy!
Although I used Monk Fruit instead of cane/refined sugar, and Oat Milk instead of cow’s milk, it was super moist and delicious. Thank you!
Thanks so much for sharing your substitutions! Thrilled you enjoyed the recipe, Elena!
ITS EXCELLENT CHOCHOLATE BUTTER CREAM FROSTING. MADE A CAKE FOR THE SUPERBOWL PARTY TOMORROW AND THE FROSTING IS DELICIOUS, TO DIE FOR- MY MOM SAID, AND I LOVE IT TOO. ITS AMAZING. IADDED A BIT MORE VANILLA TO IT AND A DASH OF ALMOND. OUTSTANDING!! ILOVE IT I LOVE IT I LOVE IT!!!THANKS SOO MUCH FOR THIS RECIPE!! I WAS WILL USE ALWAYS IN THE FUTURE AND WILL CERTAINLY PASS IT ON TO FRIENDS AND FAMILY!! THANK YOU KELLY AND GOD BLESS YOU!! YOUR AMAZING!! CHEERS!! AND HAPPY SUPER BOWL PARTY TO EVERYONE!! STAY SAFE HAVE FUN AND BE WELL!! CHEERS AGAIN!!
I’m so glad you enjoyed the recipe, Paul!
Frosting was delicious! Made for brownies, 9×13. Turned out perfect! Thanks.
I’m so glad you enjoyed the recipe, Joan!
First time making this recipe. I needed something quick for my husband’s birthday cake. I used half and half instead of whole milk, didn’t have any in the house. I followed the recipe exactly except for the half and half. I did use my stand mixer, which does really make a difference in the smoothness of the frosting. So easy, and I couldn’t stop licking the spoon. This is my favorite birthday cake frosting. Thank you so much!
I’m so thrilled to hear that you enjoy the recipe, Julie!
Best chocolate frosting I ever made. Everyone loved it. Thank you!
I’m thrilled to hear that you enjoyed the recipe, Sue and that it was a hit!
Not sweet at all!
I’m sorry to hear that you didn’t enjoy the recipe, Avery!
Very easy to make and so delicious. My entire family loved it. Also, I agree with another reviewer. I thought it wouldn’t turn out because I couldn’t get the butter and powders smooth like I thought it should look, but as soon as I added the milk it was perfection. Thank you for sharing this recipe.
I’m so thrilled to hear that you and your family enjoyed the recipe, Rayna!
Ridiculously delicious & smooth. My new go-to recipe.
I’m so thrilled to hear that you enjoy the recipe, Amy!
It was absolutely delicious and yes, just 5 minutes!
I’m so glad you enjoyed the recipe, Gretchen!
Best frosting ever! I’ll never purchase another store bought frosting again. It’s so easy and my family loved it! The kids were scraping the bowl clean :)
I’m so glad you enjoyed the recipe, Felicia!
I discovered this recipe 5 years ago and it has been my go to ever since. It is absolutely DIVINE. The one thing that I will caution is that I always end up at a point where it’s just butter, sugar and chocolate in the mixer and it looks like a complete disaster! Like I have a bowl of densely packed dirt and I’m like “omg I totally screwed this up”. I follow directions well so I assume this happens to everyone and not just me. If (or when) it happens to you – don’t panic! As soon as you put that tiny bit of milk into the mixer the icing just blooms! It’s science! It will turn from a bowl of dirt to a bowl of luscious chocolatey heaven right before your eyes. It’s seriously magical. I lick too many spoons and spatulas every time. Thank you Kelly for this chocolate miracle!
I’m so glad you’ve been enjoying the recipe for so many years, Erica!
This frosting couldn’t be easier to make, and it has a great consistency. My only issue is how sweet it is, over the top sugary. Is there a less sweet chocolate buttercream out there?
So glad you enjoyed the recipe, Jill! I haven’t tested this but you can always try using less sugar. Let me know how it turns out if you do!
Use dark chocolate cocoa
You could try it with that!
Excellent! Thanks so much!
I’m so glad that you enjoyed the recipe, Colleen!
Hi, just a quick question: I’m making this for my moms birthday cake and I always get frosting/icing too thin and liquid-ish. How can I stop that?
Hi, Adalyn! If you follow the recipe, the icing should be the perfect consistency! I hope your mom enjoys her birthday cake!
Yummy! Fast and easy
I’m so glad you enjoyed the recipe, Andi!
I know I did it wrong, but the butter, conf sugar and cocoa would never mix together. Finally, after about 20 min of beating I put in the milk, it clumped. So I had to beat that about 30 min to get it without lumps, sort of. Tasters good. What did I do wrong
Hi Anne! It should clump and then quickly turn to buttercream. You shouldn’t wait that long to add the milk. Did you add it when the recipe stated to do so?
Did you melt the butter? If yes, that’s why. You need softened butter for this recipe. That’s the only think I can think of.
The butter and milk probably should be room temperature. That would be my guess.
Yum! Easy! This will be my go to chocolate frosting. Thank you
I’m so glad you enjoyed the recipe, Mel!
Super quick, easy-peasy, and tasty! FYI, I used Bensdorp dark Dutch process cocoa, and it tempered the sweetness down significantly. This recipe makes enough for a simply frosted two-layer 8 or 9-inch cake, or a single layer 8 or 9-inch cake with scalloped bottom edge and major frosting poufs on top. Wish I could send y’all a photo!
AMAZING! I’m so glad you enjoyed the frosting!
I made your chocolate frosting last night and absolutely love it! I’ve made other frostings over the years, but I felt like I wasn’t successful with them. Your recipe is right on the mark!
Absolutely amazing! Super quick and delicious. I will admit it’s a tad sweeter than I assumed but hey, isn’t that what it’s all about? Perhaps I’ll use a dark cacao powder next time and see how it goes, just for fun. Thanks!
very good, but it turned out a bit more liquidy than i expected. other than that it was really delicious!
Hi Grace – I’m not sure what could have happened with your frosting. You can add additional powdered sugar 1/4 cup at a time until the frosting reaches your desired consistency.
I had my doubts… would it really be that good. OMG. It Is sooo good! I’m saving this and it’s going to be my new go-to chocolate frosting from now on!
YESSSS! SO happy you enjoyed the recipe, Lynn!
My kitchen aid is in storage can I use a hand mixer for this?
Hey Athena! Absolutely. That will work great. Enjoy!
Made the frosting exactly as written. Perfection! Will not ever buy chocolate frosting in a can again. I only had Special Dark Cocoa powder. It was heavenly! This is my go-to chocolate frosting. Now to find the Vanilla Buttercream and I’ll be all set! Thank you so much for a perfect recipe!
You are so welcome, Elena! I’m thrilled you enjoyed the recipe! I have a recipe for Easy Buttercream Frosting: https://www.justataste.com/video-easy-buttercream-frosting-recipe/ and if you want a rich vanilla flavor, I recommend using the buttercream recipe from my Vanilla Bean Cupcakes: https://www.justataste.com/vanilla-bean-cupcakes-buttercream-frosting-recipe/ :)
This frosting is my family’s favorite. My grands ask for it all the time
Love reading this, Ann!
So easy and delicious. I frosted a 9 x 11 inch cake.
The recipe makes more than enough.
I’m so happy you enjoyed the recipe, Carol!
Will be making this tomorrow for a 6″ 2-layer cake. Unless I’m missing it, the recipe doesn’t say what size cake the 1x recipe will frost & I don’t want to make the 2x recipe and have tons left over as I’m a choc addict & can’t have leftover icing in house. Freezing it doesn’t help an addict btw! lol. nothing, not even freezing, stops the likes of us!
Haha! I totally understand! This recipe yields 2 cups of frosting or about enough to frost 1 1/2 – 2 dozen cupcakes or a 9 x 13 sheet cake. Hope that helps! :)
If I do a 9″ x 13″ but take it out and frost the sides, will the original recipe be enough or do I need to double it? I do like to frost on the thicker side too. Please advise.
Can’t wait to try this.
Hi Cole! I’d recommend doubling the recipe to ensure you have enough for a 9×13-inch cake. Enjoy!
Easy, fast to make, and super good taste, my new favorite chocolate frosting!!
Hi Kelly, I’m glad I came across your Buttercream Frosting recipe. I’ve actually been using this recipe since my mom gave it to me about 50 years ago. Of course we always used skim milk because that is the milk we drink. The frosting is always fluffy and delicious yet a little sweet. When I read your version I noticed you add salt. I’ve never thought to do that. I gave it a try, DELICIOUS. It helps cut down on the sweetness which means I can eat more, lol. Thank you very much for sharing this recipe. I look forward to trying more of your recipes.
PS – I would have posted a picture of my cake but it got eaten up. Barely any crumbs left. That’s a good thing!
Love reading this, Sue! I’m thrilled you loved the addition of salt :) Welcome to Just a Taste!
Not ashamed to say, best frosting I ever made. Even my husband was complementary!
Woohoo! So happy to read this, Dana!
Hello,
While I have only made vanilla buttercream frosting perhaps 12 times (having only recently had enough courage to try…), I decided to try chocolate buttercream frosting using your recipe.
I must say the recipe is absolutely grand and sooo easy to follow and prepare. I will continue to use this recipe in the years to come. Thank you so much for sharing your baking expertise.
Sincerely,
Cathy Traynor
Bass Lake outside Vestaburg, Michigan
You are so welcome, Cathy! I’m thrilled you enjoyed the recipe!
Very quick easy and smooth frosting. Very tasty
I’m so glad you enjoyed the recipe, Kellie!
I must confess – I came online to see if my “invention” was a bona fide recipe. Sometimes, I just want a little something sweet, so I put a heaping tablespoon confec. sugar, a heaping tablespoon cocoa powder, and a dab of butter (TB?) and a little salt in a cup, microwave until the butter’s melted, stir well, and then drizzle in a couple tablespoons of half and half. What a nice little treat! Sometimes, I nibble with a spoon, sometimes I dip ruffles potato chips or pretzels. Who knew that this was actually icing!
My invention is more chocolatey and less sugary than this, but it is delicious. I left some in the cup overnight to see what it would be like when it cooled, and it is fabulous. So, try upping the cocoa powder for more of a dark chocolate flavor. I’m going to ice my next batch of brownies with my invention. It cools down with a nice shine.
Since “my” version is hot, it won’t swirl like yours does, but it is all of the same family of deliciousness. I’m also going to try adding orange extract – simple to make by just adding pared orange peel to a little vodka and let it sit for one hour or forever. I never throw away a citrus peel, I always make extracts. Thanks for this recipe!
My go-to chocolate frosting recipe! It never fails! I always get compliments when I make this
Woohoo! I’m thrilled you’ve been enjoying the recipe!
Purrr…fect! I didn’t have a paddle, but beaters worked well. I had to use margarine & it still turned out great. Not too sweet, which is perfect, too.
I’m so glad you enjoyed the recipe, Louise!
I’m an experienced cook. I wasn’t familiar with beating the butter and sugar/cocoa mixture first before streaming in the milk but thought I would give it a try. I ended up with lumpy frosting, had to toss it in the trash and go search for my old tried and true recipe. What a waste of ingredients.
I’m sorry you didn’t enjoy the recipe. Did you beat it for the time specified?
So delicious ! My kids wanted chocolate icing for cupcakes and I didn’t have much time. I even halved the recipe bc I didn’t need much. And it turned out SO DELICIOUS. i love that it’s not a super sweet flavor- great balance of chocolate and sweetness. And the salt is the perfect touch, makes the flavors pop! So good! The kids and husband also loved it. We all kept saying “oh my it’s so good”
LOVE reading this, Ashley! I’m so thrilled your family enjoyed the frosting!
Fabulous. Took me so little time and came out wonderfully! Love it.
I’m thrilled you enjoyed the recipe, Liz!
Such a creamy and yummy frosting!!
I’m so happy you enjoyed the recipe, Sarah!
What if I don’t have a stand mixer but I have a hand mixer will it still be the same?
Hi Liz! A hand mixer works but it may not be as smooth. :)
Make this frosting quite often. It is very simple and tasty. Nothing like homemade frosting. Soooo good. The trick is to be sure you beat it at high speed to get the desired fluff.
I’m thrilled you’ve been enjoying the recipe, Stephanie!
Should we refrigerate the cake once the icing is on or is the icing okay at room temperature?
Hi Kim! A decorated cake with buttercream frosting can be stored at room temperature for up to 3 days. However, if it’s hot or humid where you live, store the cake in the fridge. :)
Kelly,
Thank you for the great frosting recipe…can I use heavy whipping cream instead of whole milk?
Absolutely, Elisa! But you might need to adjust the quantity since it’s a bit thicker. :)
What if I don’t have a mixer. All I have is a whisk?
Hi Dawn! You can use a whisk but it may not be as smooth!
This is a great, easy recipe! However, there is far too much salt for my taste. I know some like that salty/sweet taste but I taste so much of the salt. That being said, it’s still delicious and that’s not going to stop me from devouring it! I’ll just cut back on the salt next time. Thank you for sharing!
Thanks for your note, Meghan! I’m thrilled you enjoyed the recipe (even if it was too salty for you). :)
Delicious and simple to make. I will never buy store-made frosting again.
Woohoo! I’m so happy you enjoyed the recipe, Linda!
My husband asked me what do ya want me to make you for your birthday. I said Chocolate cake and I have the perfect frosting. And it is yours.
Love this, Karie! Happy birthday!
Creamy and delicious! This is a keeper!
Yay! I’m so happy you enjoyed the recipe, Jewel!
Best chocolate buttercream I have ever made in my 70+ years! It is perfect with the crazy cake, and I did add 1/2 teaspoon of instant coffee to the dry ingredients of the cake.
WOWZA! I’m SO thrilled you enjoyed the recipe, Cynthia!
Thank you for an excellent, fast recipe that uses standard pantry staples. I just got my frosting groove back.
P.s.the spoon swirls were a fabulous idea.
You are so welcome, Patty! I’m thrilled you enjoyed the recipe and tips for decorating! :)
Is this a good one for piping?
Absolutely, Calli! It pipes really well :)
This icing was very easy to make and it was delish!
I’m thrilled you enjoyed the recipe, Trudy!
We enjoyed this frosting. I did not add salt as suggested in the recipe because I used salted butter. A double batch covered a tiered cake. Thank you for sharing this recipe!
You are so welcome, Amanda! I’m thrilled you enjoyed the recipe!
Excellent!! I doubled it and it was perfect.
I’m thrilled you enjoyed the recipe, Connie!
Can i use 2% milk instead of whole?
Absolutely, Beth! It just might be slightly less creamy.
Fabulous and unbelievably easy!
I’m thrilled you enjoyed the recipe, D!
Made this for the first time today. Wasnt sure if it was going to work from the way it looked at the beginning but it came together beautifully! So easy to make. And very tasty.
I’m so thrilled you enjoyed the recipe, Melissa!
Delicious and easy to make even with my immersion hand blender with the whip attachment. Thank you!
You are so welcome, Ruby! I’m thrilled you enjoyed the recipe!
I just made this recipe and it’s exactly what I’ve been looking for. Didn’t change a thing… great taste and great consistency. Used it on top of two 8 inch cakes. Thanks for posting this!
You are so welcome, Gail! I’m thrilled you enjoyed the recipe!
These are the same ingredients I’ve always used but wanted to check your portions against mine and I like your consistency better. I’ve always gotten rave reviews for my cupcakes with the
Is icing so definitely worth a few minutes longer.
Thank you! I’m so thrilled you enjoyed the recipe, Janice!
I made this recipe, and we loved it my grandboys said it tasted like a soft chocolate bar. It was very easy to make as well, it took me more than 5 minutes to make only because I went back and add more sugar.
I’m so glad you and your grandsons enjoyed the recipe, Cicely!
This does not take 5 minutes. More like 15. It’s okay. Wouldn’t do it again.
Sorry you didn’t enjoy the recipe, Felicia.
Excellent
Loved this recipe! First time making it and it came out perfect!
Woohoo! I’m so glad you enjoyed it, Abi!
I give this 5 stars because its the easiest icing Ive ever made.I came out silky smooth and delish.Highly recomend this recipe.I am going to use it with my Christmas choc cake.Thanks so much.
You are so welcome, Janet! I’m thrilled you enjoyed the recipe!
Does this recipe make enough frosting for a 2 layer cake?
Hi Jeanne! It depends on how thick you like your frosting, but I always recommend doubling this recipe as I’d rather you have ample frosting than not enough. :)
tastes so good
I’m so glad you enjoyed the recipe, Alex!
Excellent! I used 18% because it’s what I had … yum! Definitely use again!
Excellent! I’m so glad you enjoyed the recipe, Linda!
Just Perfect!!!! Saving this recipe!!
I’m so happy you enjoyed the recipe, Michelle!
thank you love it
I’m so happy you enjoyed the recipe, Fran!
Wow…This is going to be my goto Chocolate buttercream recipe from now on. It’s chocolaty, creamy, smooth, luscious. Spectacular! I sifted my powdered sugar and cocoa to ensure there were no lumps. At first when I mixed these with the creamed butter, I was skeptical it would come together when the milk and vanilla were added. But after leaving the mixer on for 2-3 min, it became so super smooth. I love this recipe. It was so easy! Thank you so much.
You are so welcome, Ed! I’m thrilled you enjoyed the recipe!
This recipe is amazing! I tweaked it just a little by adding a splash of milk and a lil bit extra powder sugar, and it tasted exactly like Hershey milk chocolate!
I’m thrilled you enjoyed the recipe, April!
Easy and delicious!
Easy to make, rich, and delicious!
I’m so glad you enjoyed the recipe, Shirlee!
It was delicious and easy to make. My 8year old had so much fun making her first -ever frosting We will do it again
It was delicious and easy to make. My 8year old had so much fun making her first -ever frosting
Love reading this, Maria!
It definitely is better than store bought! However, how do you measure .67 of a cup?
Hi Fran! So sorry for the confusion, .67 cup is equal to 2/3 cup.
Can almond milk or other non dairy be used to replace whole milk?
That should work, Jacky! But you might need to adjust the quantity since it’s a bit thinner.
The icing has a great taste to it, but it’s runny, I can’t fluff it even with added sugar. I’m tossing it inthe fridge with a lid, maybe that’ll help it with the fluffing, I’m an amateur chef, self learning despite cooking for a few years now.
Is it very hot or humid where you live? When the temperature is hot and humid, it gives your buttercream frosting a higher chance to become runny. Popping it into the fridge will help stiffen it up :)
Delicious and very easy. My go to from now on.
Perfect for my Matilda cupcakes. The guys at work will love them.
I’m so glad you enjoyed the recipe, Kay!
Excellent frosting for brownies. Topped with chopped walnuts and vanilla ice cream. Easy to make. Ingredients are staples in my kitchen. Will keep as a frosting go to recipe.
YUM! I’m so thrilled you enjoyed the recipe!
The very best chocolate frosting I’ve ever made. Actually ever had. I’m so glad I doubled the recipe. We heated some in a ramekin in the microwave. Oh my goodness.. it made the best hot fudge ever. All in all I absolutely LOVE this.
Woohoo! I’m so happy you enjoyed the recipe, Carole!
Just awesome, perfect for brownies!
Yessss! I’m so glad you enjoyed the recipe, Kathy!
Best chocolate frosting……EVER
I’m thrilled you enjoyed it, Laurel!
Tasty and easy recipe. I was in a rush got it done quickly without problem. I didn’t have whole milk or vanilla but I substituted 2 percent and vanilla syrup. It still worked. I just added a little extra powdered sugar to th8cken it a bit more.
Wonderful recipe. I used heavy cream.
I’m thrilled you enjoyed the recipe, Mary Ann!
So easy to make and it was smooth & creamy !
I’m so happy you enjoyed the recipe, Kim!
Very easy. But even though i followed instructions to a T, it was a bit runny.
Hi Maya! I’m not sure what could have happened with your frosting. You can add additional powdered sugar 1/4 cup at a time until the frosting reaches your desired consistency. :)
This is one of the best chocolate frosting l have ever tasted. My family loved it, only needed half for the cake l made,placed the rest in the fridge in a sealed container,took it out a week later, brought to room temperature mixed witha spoon and spread it on another cake it was delicious, thoroughly recommend.
Amazing! I’m so glad you enjoyed the recipe, Lyn!
This is a fabulous frosting. And so easy and quick. Very similar to how I was taught to make frosting from my grandma many years ago. Long before you could buy canned frosting. Which tasted like cardboard by the way.
Just a suggestion to enhance the chocolate flavor sub in a little bit of cold coffee for part of the milk. It will take the flavor over the top!!!!!
LOVE that idea! I’m thrilled you enjoyed the recipe!
This is great, thanks!
You are so welcome! I’m thrilled you enjoyed the recipe!
Hi Kelly,
Just made a chocolate cake with your 5 min frosting and it turned out
Lovely, delicious taste. I love it
I’m so glad you enjoyed the recipe, Colleen!
Excellent! Quick and easy!
I cant afford a stand mixer
A hand mixer works but it may not be as smooth. :)
It will if you sift the cocoa and powder sugar
Tasted fantastic. Just not sure what happened with the amount of milk, though — I had to add much more than listed here. But overall, a great recipe and I will be using it in the future.
I’m thrilled you enjoyed the recipe, Alexandra!
I was able to frost my husband’s birthday cake between conference calls! Quick, easy and delicious, it will be a great dessert for the big day.
Thank you, Kelly
So glad you enjoyed the recipe, Janet!
super easy and excellent flavor! works perfect on my “scratch” chocolate cake!
I’m so glad you enjoyed the recipe, Carin!
I didn’t have a paddle beater, so just used by whisk style beater. The buttercream icing is delicious. Very rich and smooth.
I’m so thrilled you enjoyed the recipe, Shelly!
Delish!!!!!! Will be my forever go to !
YESSSSS! I’m so glad you enjoyed the recipe, Isabelle!
So easy and so yummy!!! Had all the ingredients in my pantry and refrigerator. Perfect icing for my homemade brownies!!!
I’m thrilled you enjoyed the recipe, Lindsay!
Delicious and I also had all the ingredients on hand. I did find that this was way too much for a single layer layer cake that is iced in the pan. I checked online and found extra icing can be refrigerated for up to 14 days and frozen for up to 6 months.
I’m glad you enjoyed the recipe, Carol!
So easy and delicious!
I’m so glad you enjoyed the recipe, Ginny!
Thank you, quick and easy and tastes delicious, Perfect!
You are so welcome, Sharon! I’m thrilled you enjoyed the recipe!
My favourite new chocolate frosting recipe. Thank you so much
So glad you enjoyed it, Simone!
It was good but sweet
Great recipe! Saved me since I didn’t have a cup of butter every other recipe required. Thank you.
You are so welcome, Lisanne! I’m thrilled you enjoyed the recipe!
Hi Kelly, your recipe sounds amazing! Can I use salted butter instead of unsalted, and skip the added salt?
Sure!
So easy and delicious
I’m so glad you enjoyed the recipe, Diedra!
I’ve used this recipe several times and each time I’m so delighted at how easy and Delicious it is !!!!
The only thing I change is I use whipping cream instead of whole milk.
Love, Love, Love this recipe
Love reading this, Margaret! I’m thrilled you’ve been enjoying the recipe!
Easy frosting to make! I doubled the recipe, used coffee in place of half of the milk and sifted the cocoa powder with the powdered sugar. Delicious l!!
That sounds amazing, Joy! I’m so glad you enjoyed the recipe!
Best frosting ever! I made it with cow milk and then again with full-fat oat milk, and King Arthur Burgundy cocoa powder. So very easy to make and spreads like a dream. I would make 2x for a double layer cake. 1x is definitely enough to cover it, but we want it thick! Thank you!
You are so welcome, Lynn! I’m thrilled you’ve been enjoying the recipe!
Can I use 1% or 2% milk instead of the whole milk ? Will it have the same consistency?
Hi Mrs. Lemak! Either of those will work however, the consistency might be slightly different than if you were to use whole milk.
This is yummy. And very easy to make. I used 2% milk and 2 cups of icing sugar. Turned out nice and light and creamy.
I’m so thrilled you enjoyed the recipe, Janet!
This frosting is the best! I had a little left over and kept it in the fridge. My husband kept putting it on graham crackers for a snack. I guess he liked it too!
Woohoo! I’m thrilled you (and your husband!) enjoyed the recipe, Dianne.
Just made this frosting for my daughter’s cake. Had to taste it and it is delicious! Love that it’s not too sweet and you can really taste the cocoa. It’s a keeper!!
Yay! I’m so glad you enjoyed the recipe, Corrine!
Great rich dark chocolate taste!
Thanks for the recipe.
You are so welcome, Leigh! I’m thrilled you enjoyed the recipe!
Wow! Amazing! Thanks for the recipe and the tip about the salt!
You are so welcome, Lynn! I’m thrilled you enjoyed the buttercream frosting!
Can this be made in advance? How many days would it be good?
Hi Paula! It can be stored in an airtight container and kept in the fridge for up to five days. When ready to use, allow it to come to room temp and mix with a spoon or electric mixer.
Great recipe, easy and delicious!
I’m so glad you enjoyed the recipe, Joanne!
it took me a sec to get it but in the end it was great!
I’m so happy to read this!
I made this frosting today for my dad’s birthday cake. It is delicious, but I recommend making a double batch, as one batch was not enough to cover the cake. It is probably the best chocolate buttercream I’ve made, though!
Woohoo! I’m thrilled you enjoyed the recipe, Caroline!
Just wanted to send you a quick note to let you know that I just made your chocolate frosting for a special occasion. I have baked many cakes in my life (almost 80 years old) but I truly think this is the best chocolate frosting I have ever made. It was easy and the consistency made it so easy to frost my cake. I did make it with my hand mixer following the exact directions and it turned out so good that I kept heaping more on my cake because I knew I would lick the bowl clean otherwise. Thank you so much for sharing.
Love, love, LOVE reading this, Mariane! I’m so thrilled you enjoyed the recipe!
One the cake is frosted how long can it sit at room temp? Also if you put in the fridge does it crust?
Hi Jacquelyn! A decorated cake with buttercream frosting can be stored at room temperature for up to 3 days. However, if it’s hot or humid where you live, store the cake in the fridge. :)
Just made this for my son’s birthday cake and they were eating it out of the bowl before I could get it on the cake! They all loved it. Good thing I doubled the batch. How long can it keep in the refrigerator?
Hi Terry! It can be stored in an airtight container and kept in the fridge for up to five days. When ready to use, allow it to come to room temp and mix with a spoon or electric mixer.
Quick, easy, and delish! Instead of using milk, I actually used coffee left over from the morning to give it a stronger flavor. Great recipe! (Also, the icing dries pretty quickly which was helpful for stacking)
WOW! I’m so glad you enjoyed the recipe, Tiffany!
Hi Kelly, is this icing appropriate for frosting cupcakes too?
Absolutely, Charlene! This recipe yields about enough frosting for 1 1/2 – 2 dozen cupcakes.
Very, very thick…might need another drizzle of milk….It would be more spreadable….Flavor was outstanding… I give it 4 stars
Hi Lisa – Did you beat it for the time specified in the recipe?
Just used this recipe, and it came out perfectly! Its a very delicious frosting to say the least!
I’m thrilled you enjoyed the recipe, Shamil!
I used ingredients I had & it came out perfectly! Great frosting & easy
I’m so glad you enjoyed the recipe, Kathryn!
Can you use 2% milk instead of whole milk?
Absolutely, Kiley! It just might be slightly less creamy.
The best!!! Easy , quick and delicious!
I’m so glad you enjoyed the recipe, Patrish!
Hi, would I be able to use sweetened cocoa powder in this recipe? Also, would it be ok to sub the milk for half and half or whipping cream to make it even creamier?
Thank you
Hi Alie! Using sweetened cocoa powder means you’d want to cut down on the other sugar. You can try using half-and-half but I’m not sure what the consistency of the frosting would be and how much you’d need.
Perfect!!! My go to frosting forever!!!Thank you for sharing!!! DELICIOUS!!!
You are so welcome, Maxine! I’m thrilled you enjoyed the recipe!
PERFECT!!!!!
Is it enough to ice a 2 tiered, 8 inch round cake including the middle?
I’d recommend doubling the recipe as I’d rather you have ample frosting than not enough. :)
Could I substitute 2% milk here?
Absolutely! It just might be slightly less creamy.
This frosting is fantastic! My cake was smaller than intended, so now I have an excuse to do more baking to use the remaining frosting – if it survives my “drive-by” spoonful sampling ;)
FWIW I had only salted butter, so just skipped adding the 1/4 tsp salt.
Love this recipe, Kelly.
YESSSS! I’m so happy to read you enjoyed the recipe, Jennie!
Kelly, for those of us without a stand mixer, would an electric hand mixer do the job for this frosting? I so want to make it for hubby’s B-Day cake
Absolutely, Jenni! You’ll just need to scrape down the sides of the bowl more frequently.
Smoth Easy to make, taste great
I’m so glad you enjoyed the recipe, Aaron!
Easy to make and so delicious. I am saving this recipe. Now I need a buttercream recipe??
I’m so glad you enjoyed the recipe, Julia! Here’s the link to my Easy Buttercream Frosting recipe: https://www.justataste.com/video-easy-buttercream-frosting-recipe/
So good. I should have taken the suggestion to double it since we are all chocolate lovers. Fast and easy too.
I’m thrilled you enjoyed the recipe, Sara!
Omg!!! This recipe is amazing. Easy to make with simple ingredients in 5 minutes! Tastes so good when done! Final product looks a little bit grainy, but I can assure you that the texture is perfectly smooth. I was skeptical while making it, because the cocoa powder and the butter and the sugar was all clumped together, and looked like it would never turn into frosting. But add the milk, and voila! Perfect, smooth, creamy, chocolatey frosting. 5 stars!!
Yessss! I’m so glad you enjoyed the buttercream frosting!
Most Excellent! Best Chocolate Frosting I Have Ever Made!!! Sticking To This Recipe From Now On!
Woohoo! Love reading this, Tammy!
Very easy to make. I did cut back on the sugar by about 30% and added a little cream cheese, which I think gives it a nice tang. Delicious!
It was easy to make and delicious
I’m so glad you enjoyed the recipe, Donna!
it is not too sweet and it’s not too salty and it goes well with the chocolate cake that I made and it makes it fudgier and delicious. Also, I and my family loved it.
I’m so happy to read this, Keri!
I forgot to rate the recipe ! 5 star all the way
Thanks so much, Kerry!
I’m an older single man and have to cook for myself , and your frosting recipe is way to easy , yet it taste just like my moms did when I was a youngster . Thanks for sharing
You are so welcome, Kerry! I’m thrilled you enjoyed the recipe!
Delicious and easy to make! I always double the recipe and freeze whats left over. Thank you for sharing. Delicious!!!
You are so welcome, Maxine! I’m so glad you’ve been enjoying the recipe!
Hi, do you have the measurements in metric? I don’t use cup measurements for a long time. It’s more precise to use a scale.
Hi Ingrid! I don’t provide metric conversions for my recipes, as I cannot guarantee they would be 100% accurate without being tested. However, you are welcome to use an online converter. :)
I have never commented on a recipe post before, though I use them frequently. This is so delicious. I had to take the time to thank you for sharing this recipe. I made it for my birthday cake with my children. We added a pinch of cinnamon as well to give it a Mexican hot chocolate flavor. Sheer perfection.
YUM! Thanks for taking the time to comment, Cas! I’m thrilled you enjoyed the recipe :)
This tastes exactly like the homemade icing my momma made in a cast iron skillet ❤️This was super easy & I used a hand held mixer & it did perfect. Thx!!
So happy to read this, Stephanie!
I’m in the UK so not as familiar with measuring in cups – is it 2 x 1/3 cups of sugar or 2 cups plus 1/3 cup?
Thanks
Hi Angela! It’s 2 cups plus 1/3 cup. :)
This frosting is so creamy and delicious. And it was super easy to make!
I used plant-based milk (Almond milk) and plant-based butter, to make this a vegan frosting, and it was great. This recipe is a keeper, I’ll use it again and again. Thank you!
Love reading this, Joyce! I’m so thrilled you enjoyed the recipe!
Why can’t I pin this to Pinterest? I want to use it again! Thank you.
Hi Julie! If you hover your cursor over the top left corner of the image a red Pinterest button should appear. Please email me if you still have questions: kelly@justataste.com :)
This recipe was delicious. I did add another tablespoon of butter. The frosting is not overly sweet and it’s lighter than most frostings. I got great reviews from my entire team at work. Will be my new secret recipe
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I’m so thrilled you enjoyed the recipe, Kathleen!
How would this frosting turn out using a standard hand mixer?
Hi Taylor! A hand mixer works but it may not be as smooth. :)
best i ever had quick and easy love it
I’m so glad you enjoyed the recipe, William!
best i ever had
This is a fabulous recipe! Not only is it fast and easy. It makes the smoothest most creamy frosting I have ever had. Tastes great. Not overly sweet. My go to chocolate frosting from now on! Do you happen to have any more recipes like this for different flavors other than chocolate.
Thank you so much for sharing.
You are so welcome, Terry! I’m thrilled you enjoyed the buttercream frosting. I also have a recipe for Easy Buttercream Frosting: https://www.justataste.com/video-easy-buttercream-frosting-recipe/ and Vanilla Bean Buttercream Frosting: https://www.justataste.com/vanilla-bean-cupcakes-buttercream-frosting-recipe/ :)
This icing is so delicious and was so easy to make! Thank you! :)
You are so welcome, Maria! I’m thrilled you enjoyed the recipe!
OMG it took literally 5min and OMG it was incredibly delicious and this is coming from someone who is not a frosting eater. This will be my go to recipe for now on, Yummmm!!!
Woohoo! This is what I love to read, Susan! I’m so glad you enjoyed the recipe :)
Pretty quick and pretty tasty!
I’m so glad you enjoyed the recipe, Stephanie!
I am making a birthday cake and will use this recipe to cover a large cake. Because I am not going to have much time to ice it at the last minute, how long could I leave it without refrigerating it which would dry the chocolate sponge?
Hi Eileen! A decorated cake with buttercream frosting can be stored at room temperature for up to 3 days. However, if it’s hot or humid where you live, store the cake in the fridge. :)
OMG!!! I have never had such fluffy frosting. And the chocolate flavor is spot on!
I’m thrilled you enjoyed the recipe, Julia!
Excellent basic butter cream, I put it on a gluten free chocolate cake and wow it finished off the desert very nicely. Everyone enjoyed even the dieting folks who sampled the cake & icing thought it was just sweet enough and a prefect topping.
I think the next time will add 1/4 tsp espresso powder to change it up kick up the chocolate flavour even more… this recipe is worth a try.
I love the idea of adding espresso powder, Lorraine! I’m so glad you enjoyed the recipe!
Turned out great and so easy. Deep chocolate flavor, perfect. I would note that I made a layered cake and there was barely enough for it. Maybe I like more frosting than others do? LOL
I did do one thing that was not in the instructions, I sifted the sugar first so to make sure there were no lumps.
Amazing! I’m so glad you enjoyed the recipe, Jo!
Delicious and easy to make! I always double the recipe and freeze whats left over. Thank you for sharing. Delicious!!!
You are so welcome, Maxine! I’m thrilled you’ve been enjoying the recipe :)
Easy, Creamy and Chocolatey delicious The salt is perfect addition.
Easy, yummy and I didn’t have to buy any of the ingredients specially.
I’m so happy you enjoyed the recipe, Elizabeth!
Great flavor and used ingredients I always have on hand. Was a good consistency for piping on cupcakes.
I’m so glad you enjoyed the recipe, Melanie!
Its quick to make. Rich, smooth and so tasty. I’ll make it again.
I’m so glad you enjoyed the recipe, Elise!
The texture was perfect. The recipe is delicious, not to rich, but just right. I have used this recipe twice as written, I have also added to it as well. This time I increased the confectioners’ sugar to 3 cups, and then added 1/4 whipped cream cheese, 3 TBSP Kahula, 1/4 whole milk. It added a neat twist to the frosting. I will continue to use this frosting as my “go-to” chocolate frosting.
Amazing! I’m so thrilled you’ve been enjoying the recipe, Rhonda!
This recipe is the best! I made it for a 13×9 inch cake (single layer) and, when I was almost finished, it didn’t appear that it would be enough icing. At the risk of diluting the delicious rich chocolate taste, I added another 1/3 cup of confectioner’s sugar and, then, of course, had to dilute it with more milk – naturally. I was out of milk but did have heavy cream so I used the cream, one teaspoon at a time, until the frosting was of spreading consistency . . . what a taste! It is the best chocolate frosting ever – and no melting little chocolate pieces. I really like that this is all made of pure ingredients – the butter, milk, cream, chocolate, vanilla – all pure, with no added chemicals. This will be my go-to icing from now on! Thank you, Kelly!
This is what I love to read, Dianne! I’m so glad you enjoyed the recipe!
This turned out so good! I was a little worried that I did something wrong. I only have a hand mixer and I was having trouble getting the dry ingredients to incorporate with the butter. I couldn’t get it to really come together until I added the milk and vanilla. I made a huge mess and almost forgot the salt, but it came together in the end and my son really liked it.
Yay! I’m so glad you enjoyed the recipe, Candace!
Easy and delicious helped bunch when going to the store is not an option, and it’s fun with the family.
I’m so glad you’ve been enjoying the recipe, Abraham!
Hie lm from Zimbabwe l have just made this frosting so creamy and delicious thank you
I’m so thrilled you enjoyed the recipe, Nompilo!
Can you say YUMMY, better than any chocolate frosting I have made
Amazing! I’m so glad you enjoyed the recipe, Jeanette!
I’ve made this recipe twice now and it came out wonderfully both times! I used a hand mixer both times with a whisk attachment, no problems, came out very creamy. Made it a couple years ago for a friend’s birthday cake (pre-pandemic) and she requested it again this year. Just barely had enough to frost a 2-layer cake, so next time will make more. Also, I LOVE how you, unlike so many food bloggers, take the time to answer every single comment! Love your blog!!
Thanks so much, Peg! I do my absolute best to respond to as many comments as possible! :)
Easy and delicious! This will be our new go-to chocolate frosting. We followed the recipe exactly and it’s perfect!
I’m so happy you enjoyed the recipe, Debbie!
Today I needed to take something sweet to my neighbours, it was a sad day for them & their three boys, they lost their pet dog Lady who had been a part of the family for a long time. I felt so bad I just had to do something. I made chocolate cupcakes and used your buttercream frosting to finish them. They were so delicious!!! Thank you for this.
I’m so sorry your neighbors lost their dog, Karen. It was so kind of you to bake cupcakes for them.
Delicious and quick. I needed to drizzle a little more milk in to thin it a little more for my liking. Thanks!
I’m so happy you enjoyed the recipe, MaryEllen!
I found this recipe easy, and TASTY!!! I’ve tried my own icing before and it was a complete flop, but not this one, even though I forgot to sieve my icing and I used a whisk as I don’t have a fancy stand mixer. I tripled the recipe (thank you for those handy options!) as a love a cake smothered in tasty icing, but I went too far and have a bit left over. Does it freeze well? How long can I keep it for?
I did a search through the comments for an answer and just wanted say it’s lovely to see you’ve replied to so many!
Regards, Tammy
I’m so happy you enjoyed the recipe, Tammy! I’ve never tried freezing the frosting so I’m not sure what the texture would be like after defrosting/re-whipping it. However, it can be stored in an airtight container and kept in the fridge for up to five days. When ready to use, allow it to come to room temp and mix with a spoon or electric mixer.
easy to make and quick! Tastes great.
I’m so glad you enjoyed the recipe, Lisa!
delicious and creamy really helped the taste of the cake and you can dye it to
Easy and good
Seriously the best! So easy, quicky to make and truly delicious chocolate flavor! Will be my go to from now on! Yummm!
Absolutely delicious. Perfect! Wish I could ad a picture. I used the back of the spoon like you suggested. Great idea.
I’m so thrilled you enjoyed the recipe, Marie!
YUMMY!!
I love this recipe. I recommend sifting the powdered sugar and cocoa, or the icing will be lumpy.
I’m so glad you enjoyed the recipe, Meghan!
Sooo good!! Most recipes either end up tasting like a pure stick of butter or plain old powder sugar but not this one at all! Thanks!! :)
You are so welcome, Morgan! I’m so thrilled you enjoyed the recipe :)
thank you soo much.
can we use heavy cream instead of whole milk?
Sure! But you might need to adjust the quantity since it’s a bit thicker. :)
Well made. Be sure to use good quality cocoa powder. :-)
Could I use evaporated milk? I have an opened can I need to get rid of in the next day or 2. Also, if the frosting is a little grainy will extra whipping help with that?
Hi there! I haven’t tried this recipe with that substitution so I’m not certain. If it’s grainy, you can try whipping it more, but did you use confectioners’ sugar?
Delicious!! My go-to chocolate frosting for all cakes. My family is gluten free, dairy free and soy free and they love it but so does other friends and family members. In addition, it’s so easy to make and covers a two layer cake
I’m thrilled you’ve been enjoying the recipe, Nikki!
This buttercream came through for me when I needed something last minute. At first I didn’t think it would make enough, but I followed your instructions and kept whipping it and it came out fluffy and the perfect amount. Thank you!
This is what I love to read, Cindi! I’m thrilled you enjoyed the recipe!
Very yummy and easy to make
I’m so glad you enjoyed the recipe, CJ!
Loved this frosting so quick and easy to make – delicious too. Is it suitable for freezing? If not how long can I refrigerate it for? Thanks in advance
Hi Gerry! The buttercream frosting can be stored in an airtight container and kept in the fridge for up to five days. When ready to use, allow it to come to room temp and mix with a spoon or electric mixer.
The cake turned out gorgeous but I halved the frosting recipe.
I’m so glad you enjoyed the recipe, Vickie!
Will 2% milk work instead of whole milk?
Thanks
Hi Carol – Sure! But you might need to adjust the quantity since it’s a bit thinner.
Can I give this recipe to my church sisters including your name and website? I gave a sample of a whole wheat chocolate cake and used your frosting recipe. It was a delicious! Thank you.
Absolutely! Thanks so much for sharing the recipe! :)
Thank you!
Spectacular! Thank You!!
You are so welcome, Marilyn! I’m thrilled you enjoyed the recipe!
Just made this for the first time and it did not disappoint! So light and delicious and just the right sweetness. Before I added the milk and vanilla, I thought I had done something wrong because it looked almost dry. This will be my go to frosting. Thank you for a great recipe!
You are so welcome, Susan! I’m thrilled you enjoyed the recipe!
Although I’m an avid review reader, I don’t believe I’ve ever posted a recipe review until now. I’m not much on frosting, unless it’s the cream cheese variety. But my husband wanted a yellow cake with chocolate frosting, and although I cheated and used a mix for the cake, I definitely had to go with homemade frosting! Well, let me tell you, I FOUND THE RIGHT RECIPE! Not too sugary, and not like eating a stick of refrigerated butter (because who could really complain about the melted kind?!). It’s like my mom’s Christmas fudge, only better and beautifully spreadable. You’ve made a frosting and personal fan out of me. I can’t wait to make more of your delicious eats!
Love reading this, Roberta!
This was my very first time making a frosting from scratch and it was dee-licious. The cake was devoured by my family. Thank you so much for sharing.
You are so welcome, Kim! I’m thrilled your family enjoyed the recipe!
The best chocolate frosting! Super easy, creamy, chocolatey and DELICIOUS. Best of all, it doesn’t taste like sweetened butter. A winner for sure
I’m so glad you enjoyed the recipe!
This recipe was easy to make and turned out just the right consistency! It also tasted very good! I used Ghirardelli cocoa powder and it had a deep rich flavor!
I’m thrilled you enjoyed the recipe, Joseph!
This was a bust! I followed the directions exactly!!!!! I used my stand mixer. I still found tiny chunks of butter after beating it for ten min. I think I need to go back to hand mixer for frosting. This did not work for me.
Hi Kathleen – Was your butter at room temperature?
OMG this was amazing. It was super easy, and a big hit at my daughter’s birthday! I’m super picky about frosting, but this… yummm! It was rich and fudgy but still light somehow.. I ate way too many cupcakes lol. A keeper for sure!
Yay! I’m so glad you enjoyed the recipe, Traci!
Perfect. That’s all I need to say.
And the trick with the spoon. Need I say more. Suddenly I am a professional
Woohoo! I’m thrilled you enjoyed the recipe, Philip!
Took less than 5 minutes. I used half & half instead of the milk and added a bit more to keep the frosting soft. Great flavor and no melting chocolate.
I’m thrilled you enjoyed the recipe, Russ!
Love this recipe so much! It’s easy and fudgy!! You don’t need to change a thing!
Yay! I’m thrilled you’ve been enjoying the recipe, Reena!
Easy and delicious, just like I wanted.
I’m so glad you enjoyed the buttercream frosting, Patricia!
I don’t like the pre-made frosting tubs from the grocery store. To me they have a chemical, off taste and don’t taste at all like the real thing.
It’s hard to beat homemade! :)
Best and Easiest Chocolate Buttercream Frosting I’ve made. Great when you want something home made but still as quick and easy as throwing store bought into your trolley, if you include paying at checkout :) that is.
Love the tip “Grab a small spoon and use the back of it to make luscious, deep swirls and create the perfect peaks”
Thank you, with your help I created a true masterpiece.
You are so welcome, Susie! I’m thrilled you enjoyed the recipe and the spoon trick!
This beautifully presented & written recipe looks perfect, just what I was looking for. But then I saw it was measured in inaccurate spoons and cups! There are official quantities for these : it’s annoying to have to work out how much is meant. Most of us in the UK don’t fill our cupboards with extraneous measuring cups & spoons when only one item is needed:a scale!
Thanks for great recipe
Hi Alice – Our recipes are written in the Imperial format, so feel free to use an online conversion program for metric. :)
I needed a quick buttercream frosting recipe for a 9×13 pan of brownies and this one was great! I didn’t have to melt any chocolate, I grated the butter to get it to room temperature fast, and it came together in hardly no time at all. It’s intensely “chocolaty”…I even did the spoon tip to make the swirls on top!! Pretty…….Thanks.
You are so welcome, Nancy! I’m thrilled you enjoyed the recipe!
Perfect. Quick and incredibly delicious. I used milk 1%, that’s all I had, and it still turned out really good. This frosting doesn’t taste like pure sugar or like a hunk of butter, like other homemades I’ve made.
YESSSS! I’m so thrilled you enjoyed the recipe, Carrie!
Today ,baked home made vanilla cup cakes for my daughters Birthday. Looked up chocolate icing recipes using yours. The icing is delicious and ready in minutes.
Friends and neighbors enjoyed them.
Thank you for posting.
You are so welcome, Debbie! I’m thrilled you enjoyed the recipe!
Second time making this recipe. It my new favorite and so easy and it doesn’t taste like 5lbs of butter like other recipes I have tried! Thank you!
You are so welcome, Mary! I’m thrilled you’ve been enjoying the recipe!
Can I use sour cream if I don’t have enough milk?
It’ll be super thick so you may need to thin it!
Best easiest ever great tasting recipe I have found for chocolate buttercream frosting. My family raves about it. Very fluffy and easy to spread. 5 ⭐️star for sure. Not too expensive and simple ingredients you normally have in your pantry.
I’m so thrilled to read this, Elaine!
This was so delicious, so creamy. Used it for a chocolate cake I baked for my wife’s birthday. I was hesitant to make the chocolate cake because the frosting recipe was so involved, requiring constant temperature monitoring. A little bit of googling later I landed here…your recipe was such a lifesaver! Incredibly simple but compromises nothing in taste and texture. Bookmarked and saved. Thank you and great work Kelly!
Woohoo! Love reading this, Ameeya! I’m thrilled you enjoyed the recipe :)
Hello, How many cupcakes will this frost?
Hi there! This recipe yields 2 cups of frosting or about enough to frost 1 1/2 – 2 dozen cupcakes.
Loved it! I agree with them all. it is simple, great tasting, and extremely versatile with a little imagination. I made a vanilla bean cake with chocolate frosting. I had made a double batch just to make sure I had enough. It went on extremely smooth. I decided to decorate with a shell border and it held its shape just fine. The problem is, I can’t stay out of the leftover icing in the refrigerator. It goes great with a spoon too! Thanks again
You are so welcome, Jamie! I’m thrilled you enjoyed the recipe! And I totally agree with you, it tastes great with just a spoon :)
This was so yummy that I’m going to look up the vanilla variety.
Yay! I’m thrilled you enjoyed the recipe, Corinne! And here’s the link to my Easy Buttercream Frosting: https://www.justataste.com/video-easy-buttercream-frosting-recipe/
I couldn’t figure out why it was so runny, but it was really yummy!
Hi Izzy! I’m not sure what could have happened with your frosting. You can add additional powdered sugar 1/4 cup at a time until the frosting reaches your desired consistency. :)
Yummy, add a touch of crushed (crush to a fine powder) flavored coffee or espresso!
YUM! I’m so thrilled you enjoyed the recipe, Lynne!
E-A-S-Y!!! AND… Y-U-M-M-Y!!!
So glad you enjoyed the recipe, Judy!
This is such an amazing recipe! I did add more cocoa powder to have more of a dark chocolate feel & now is going to be my top go to recipe! So in love with the taste and texture. Crazy delicious!
Woohoo! I’m so thrilled you enjoyed the recipe!
Extremely easy and quick, also delicious!
I’m so glad you enjoyed the recipe, Wes!
Easy to make & really yummy!
Was an amazing recipe
Amazing! Made it for my grandmas birthday and she loved it. Thanks for the recipe!!!
You are so welcome, Alayna! I’m thrilled your grandma enjoyed the recipe!
Delicious and easy to prepare! Best recipe i’ve ever made and ejoyed.
Thank you, looking forward to trying many more recipes.
Yay! I’m so glad you enjoyed the buttercream frosting, Barb!
Easy and delicious
Really yummy. And easy to make which makes it all the better!
So glad you enjoyed the recipe, Sandra!
I used 1/2 of butter. A wonderful tasting recipe.
Loved this recipe! Easy and tastes wonderful!
I’m so thrilled you enjoyed it, Robin!
Let me say that I have been trying to find a recipe similar to the kind you find from a store bakery. I have a obsession with frosting. No more wasting my money on the store cupcakes from the bakery. This just checked all the boxes on my List!!! And super easy! And does not taste like I am eating a tub of butter! My husband said it’s a winner! Thank you so much!
Love, love, LOVE read this, Mary!
Simple but effective and delicious buttercream! I used Hershey’s special dark dutched chocolate powder. Came out fabulous
Creamy-check. Chocolatey-check. Simply a delicious frosting!
Way better than store bought and easy. Used my hand mixer cuz thats all I have and no problem. Just had to really soften butter and add cocoa in slowly because you can end up in a cocoa cloud if too fast. My husband wasn’t sure but he loves it too!
I’m so glad you enjoyed the recipe, Mary Jane!
Can you either use heavy whipping cream or 2% milk in place of whole milk?
Hi Dottie – Sure! But you might need to adjust the quantity. :)
This is the recipe I have used for years. So reliable and so yummy. I will never use anything else!
Love reading this, Cynthia! I’m so thrilled you’ve been enjoying the recipe :)
Would this hold up as a crumb coat under fondant?
Hi Hayley! I’ve never tried this recipe as a base under fondant so I’m not entirely sure. I THINK it would work, but let me know if you give it a shot!
Please forgive me if this was answered. I may have missed this. Does this recipe frost a TWO layer 9-inch cake? Or would I need to double this? Thank you. I make a mean chocolate cake, but never ever get the icing right.
Hi Nancy – I’d recommend doubling the recipe as I’d rather you have ample frosting than not enough. :)
It was delicious. Easy to make will never buy chocolate frosting again.
Woohoo! I’m so happy you enjoyed the recipe, Beverly!
Easy to make and great chocolate flavor. I made for a chocolate cake. Thanks
You are so welcome! I’m thrilled you enjoyed the recipe!
Awesome taste. I loved it. Used this in my first homemade cookie cake and it was a hit!
I’m so glad you enjoyed the recipe, Jessica! A cookie cake sounds delicious!
I used a tad too much milk. But the recipe is so dreamy I absolutely love it. Not too rich as some buttercream recipes are. Delicious ♀️
Delish!! I didn’t have quite enough powdered sugar but that’s ok… tasted a like more chocolaty
I’m so glad you enjoyed the recipe, Sue!
Just made this frosting; seems to be great. Used to frost a mini, 4 layer-chocolate chip cookie cake. Quick question, do you need to refrigerate after frosting? I looked through comments and do not see this question. Please let me know as soon as you can. Thank you.
Hi Loretta! A decorated cake with buttercream frosting can be stored at room temperature for up to 3 days. However, if it’s hot or humid where you live, store the cake in the fridge. :)
This chocolate icing was awesome!! Will definitely make again!!
I’m so happy you enjoyed the recipe, Donna!
Delicious! Easy !
Hubby’s favorite is a layered yellow cake with chocolate frosting! Found a great frosting! Thank you!
Amazing recipe! My only problem was I didn’t have enough cocoa powder, but it still turned out great! I highly recommend. Very tasty. I will definitely will make this again!
I’m so glad you enjoyed the recipe!
Very easy and very tasty. I thought the Amish fudge frosting I made was good but this far exceeds it.
I’m so glad you enjoyed the recipe, Linda!
I just made this frosting to top a birthday cake yesterday, it was delicious. I did find the frosting to be a little too sweet for my taste, but I generally like things only lightly sweetened so my palette definitely doesn’t speak for the masses.
If I cut the sugar down to 1 and 3/4 cups, do you think I’d need to alter the measurements of any of the other ingredients?
Hi G! I haven’t tried it with that amount of sugar so I’m not sure what the consistency would be. You may need to use slightly less liquid.
Easy to make, smooth and delicious. Great match for my favorite vanilla cake recipe and can’t wait to try it with others.
I’m so thrilled you enjoyed the recipe, Jeanne!
If you wanted a mocha flavor, would you just add some coffee powder to it?
I’ve never tried this recipe with coffee powder, but I know others have and had total success :) Let me know if you give it a shot, Sharon!
Great recipe, came out perfect. It is a 5- minute recipe. Made for my brother’s Birthday. Will use it from now on.
I’m so thrilled you enjoyed the recipe, Alice!
This is the first time I’ve made homemade frosting ever and I am so pleased at how easy it was to make and how delicious it turned out. I forgot to use salt so I will definitely use it next time. One question—there were a few little spots of butter that I assume I didn’t combine enough. Any suggestions for next time?
Hi Amy – It could be that the buttercream just wasn’t beaten for long enough. Also, always use a spatula to scrape down the sides of the bowl so that all the ingredients are incorporated and no lumps of butter or sugar are left in the bowl when mixing. :)
Amazing recipe. Simple to make and delicious!
I’m so glad you enjoyed the recipe, Claire!
Easy and very chocolate.
Please add weights, as most baker’s use weights… I will try this… Thanks
We’re working on adding metric conversions to our recipes. Stay tuned!
I am going to substitute heavy cream for the milk. (No milk available except for powdered). Might have to titrate it, but it should work. Your thoughts? Thanks ⚡
That works! But you might need to adjust the quantity since it’s a bit thicker. :)
Simply great took no time to ice a last minute cake for a friends birthday. She loved it!
I’m so glad you enjoyed the recipe, Ken!
Great
This was amazing. The icing/frosting was not overly sweet like some others are. It complimented my cake beautifully.
I’m thrilled you enjoyed the recipe, Karen!
Hello,
How much frosting does this make? Answer ASAP please as I need this for a recipe on saturday 2/20
thanks :)
Hi Elle! This recipe yields 2 cups of frosting or about enough to frost 1 1/2 – 2 dozen cupcakes or a 9 x 13 sheet cake.
Made these pancakes yesterday, so fluffy and delicious. I served them with bacon, sausages, eggs and maple syrup. WOW!! What a treat.
So glad you enjoyed the recipe, Joy!
that is delicious ,i used coconut milk ,i may add Carmel to it next time ,its so creamy ,ill never buy store bought again thank you
I’m so glad you enjoyed the recipe, Dawn!
We LOVE this frosting! I substituted vegan salt-free butter for the butter and toasted coconut almond mild for the milk and it still was the best tasting and nicest consistency chocolate frosting ever. The vegan butter was a little tricky because it softens differently that regular, so I had to warm up a small amount of the almond milk and add it with the step where you combine the butter and powdered sugar. Otherwise, followed the recipe as is. Thanks! It will be my go-to!
Awesome! I’m so glad you enjoyed it, Rosalyn!
Absolutely the best cake! I added chocolate chips to batter. This was the first time to make my own frosting and I couldn’t believe how easy and so good….thanks
I’m so glad you enjoyed the recipe, Carmella!
This is so rich and delicious! Thank you!
You are so welcome, Kerri! I’m thrilled you enjoyed the recipe!
When I first started mixing the powdered sugar and cocoa into the butter, I didn’t think this was going to turn out, then I started streaming in the milk and it all came together beautifully. Other reviewers described it as silky. That’s the perfect word for it. Delicious and perfect come to mind too. It’s not overly sweet either. Thank you.
YESSSS! I’m so thrilled you enjoyed the recipe, Robby!
I’m wondering about the butter. I only buy salted so should I just omit the added salt?
Yes! :)
This is my GO TO for chocolate buttercream when I want to ice a cake or cupcakes. Thank he salt balances out the perfect sweetness. Making it today for my daughter’s bday cake. Thank you!
I’m thrilled you’ve been enjoying the recipe, Melanie!
Great simple recipe. Frosting is delicious.
Delicious icing! This will be my go to from now on. Thanks!
Woohoo! I’m so glad you enjoyed the recipe, Cathy!
Can you use 2% milk rather than whole milk?
Hi Irma – Sure! But you might need to adjust the quantity since it’s slightly thinner. :)
I dont have confectioners sugar. Can I substitute with regular granulated white? If so, how much?
Hi Chris – You’ll definitely want to use confectioners’ sugar for this recipe! :)
This is the most highly requested icing for my cake customers. I now make at least 5 batches per week! Thank you so much for sharing it. My customers thank you too
I’m so thrilled to read this, Ja’Toya!
I have made this recipe twice now … for both 9f my son’s birthday cakes and it came out perfectly both times! I increased everything by 1.5 … we like lots of icing on our cakes. This is definitely my go- to chocolate buttercream recipe!
I’m so thrilled you’ve been enjoying the recipe, Stephanie!
Hi – I havent’ made this yet – what if I only have a regular blender (or food processor?) and no stand mixer? Thanks!
Hi Jean – A hand mixer works but it may not be as smooth. :)
So delicious!! I did not have whole milk on hand so substituted heavy whipping cream. The frosting was so silky. I ate a spoonful before turning to my cupcakes!
Woohoo! I’m so glad you enjoyed the recipe, Michelle!
I tried this today and it tasted just like my Grandmother’s. Not too sweet and so creamy! Nothing like yellow cake and chocolate frosting! Thank you, this is a keeper!
I’m thrilled you enjoyed the recipe, Mary Ellen!
SO GOOD!! Super easy to make. Makes enough to frost and fill a 9-inch round cake with no piping borders. I’ve been baking and decorating cakes for a lot of years now and have tried LOTS of different recipes. This is one of the best I’ve ever tasted. Definitely will make this again.
WOW! I’m so thrilled you enjoyed the recipe, Yvonne!
What size cake does it frost? Does that include the filling or just the outside? how many cupcakes will it frost?
Hi there! In general, this will be enough to lightly frost a 9 x 13 sheet cake or about enough to frost 1 1/2 – 2 dozen cupcakes.
These are so good! I was afraid we’d pick up the slight fermented taste of sourdough but not at all. I made a half recipe which gave up 12 good size cupcakes. They rose great and the top has a shiny appearance similar to a brownie. Great texture. Im an older baker and my standby was the Betty Crocker chocolate cake for the past 45 years. To note another comment…a keeper! Thank you!
I made the icing. My husband was really impressed. My icing had a few little edie bitty little lumps in it but I think if I would have mixed it more . That would have fixed it or my coco may have been old. But it tasted GREAT. OH It was really creamy too.. I will never buy another chocolate frosting. Thank you so much.
I’m so glad you enjoyed the recipe, Linda! It could be that the buttercream just wasn’t beaten for long enough. Also, always use a spatula to scrape down the sides of the bowl so that all the ingredients are incorporated and no lumps of butter or sugar are left in the bowl when mixing.
Delicious, and so very easy to make. I will never use store bought again. Thank you for sharing!!
I’m so thrilled you enjoyed the recipe, Maxine!
Delicious!! The only chocolate frosting I will make from now on..
Chocolate frosting is delicious!!
I’m so glad you enjoyed the recipe, Sherilyn!
This icing is to die for!!! My customers can’t get enough of it. Thank you so much for taking the time to share it
Simple, creamy, and enough for 24 cupcakes. Not overly sweet. This is a keeper!
Today is National Chocolate Cake day and so I made a small cake for 2 <3 and made this 5 minute recipe. Problem is I could just eat the frosting out of the bowl….will be my favourite from now on.
I’m so thrilled you enjoyed the recipe, Carol!
Can I just use my hand mixer?
Absolutely!
Wonderful taste and easy to make. Did not have whole milk on hand, so I used Half n Half.
It was/is amazing. Thank you.
I’m so glad you enjoyed the recipe, Lynn!
Easiest and BEST recipe ever. Super easy. I hate plastic toppings and this is made with natural ingredients. Fantastic.
I’m so glad you enjoyed the recipe, Julia!
Perfect recipe! Be sure to use really good quality Dutch Process Cocoa – it makes such a difference in the color and quality.
I’m so thrilled you enjoyed the recipe, Angie!
I made this recipe and frosted the cake but forgot to refrigerate overnight. Is that still okay to eat?
Yes, a day out at room temp should be fine!
Very easy to make and I love the rich chocolate flavor…Thank you Kelly! I have been using the same chocolate recipe for over 30 years but I think I am switching now! I may even try adding a bit of espresso powder next time for a mocha flavor.
Amazing! I’m so thrilled you enjoyed the recipe, Anne!
Amazing!
I am absolutely sold on this recipe. It is easy to make and has a delicious flavor with such a creamy texture.
YESSSS! So thrilled you enjoyed it, Cathryn!
Delicate
Delicious
Hi! How long can this frosting be stored in the fridge?
Hi Melissa! The buttercream frosting can be stored in an airtight container and kept in the fridge for up to five days. When ready to use, allow it to come to room temp and mix with a spoon or electric mixer.
Hi Kelly,
I m gonna try your recipe and see how it turns out. The previous recipe I tried always turned out to be gritty no matter how much I tried to avoid it. There was too much-powdered sugar in it. Although I loved the taste, it was unusable on cakes. However, your recipe doesn’t call for that kind of sugar, and there is enough of milk.
I hope you enjoy this recipe!
Really great and easy frosting. It’s not quite as rich as buttercream usually is, but it’s nevertheless a great frosting to work with. Husband loves it and it’ll definitely be my go-to recipe for quick fixes.
I’m so glad you enjoyed the recipe, Maria!
Are there any adjustments for doubling the recipe??
Hi Nancy! No adjustments needed, this recipe doubles easily. :)
My regular chocolate frosting recipe wasn’t handy and my youngest daughter was begging for strawberry cupcakes with chocolate frosting. So I did a quick internet search for a simple no-cook chocolate frosting recipe. Although the proportions in this recipe were different than my regular recipe, I decided to give it a try due to the good reviews. Boy, am I glad I did!!!
Halfway through mixing, the frosting didn’t look good. But mixing it for a final two minutes as recommended produced a shiny, smooth, creamy frosting! It was delicious with a rich chocolate flavor! Thank you for posting it!
You are so welcome, Melissa! I’m thrilled you enjoyed it!
To make a vanilla/white buttercream frosting do you suggest following this recipe and just leaving out the cocoa powder?
Hi Jessica! I actually have a recipe for Easy Buttercream Frosting. Here’s the link to the recipe: https://www.justataste.com/video-easy-buttercream-frosting-recipe/ :)
A super quick, easy to make chocolate buttercream frosting and DELISH! A FAVORITE of ‘us chocolates lovers’!!
I’m thrilled you enjoyed the recipe, Carleen!
Thank you for the recipe it was delicious but I also have a question can I use it without the coco powder to but just the buttercream frosting.
Hi Penny! I actually have a recipe for Easy Buttercream Frosting. Here’s the link to the recipe: https://www.justataste.com/video-easy-buttercream-frosting-recipe/ :)
Gm can you use buttermilk in place of whole milk???
Sure! But you might need to adjust the quantity since it’s a bit thicker. :)
This buttercream is fantastic!
I’m thrilled you enjoyed the recipe, Hattie!
Hi. This looks so good. Will definitely try :)
Just a couple of questions; how long the does the frosting last in the fridge in the air tight container? Does this freeze well? Many thanks
Hi there! The buttercream frosting can be stored in an airtight container and kept in the fridge for up to five days. When ready to use, allow it to come to room temp and mix with a spoon or electric mixer. And I’ve never tried freezing the frosting so I’m not sure what the texture would be like after defrosting/re-whipping it.
I can’t see the actual call for each of the ingredients..
6 ingredients with no ratio ?
Hi Janet – The amount of each ingredient is listed above.
Really good chocolate flavour, very smooth and delicious! Definitely a keeper.
I’m so glad you enjoyed the recipe, Susan!
This is a great recipe! So good!!!
I’m thrilled you enjoyed the recipe, Audrey!
So easy and delicious!
What is another name for confectioners sugar please as I live in Australia.
Powdered sugar!
I love this recipe. It is light and fluffy and didn’t have that gritty oily taste that some buttercream frostings have. I just needed enough to frost a one layer yellow cake but I saved the rest just in case I needed it during the week. Thanks.
I’m so glad you enjoyed the recipe, Christina!
Just like my Mama used to make when she was a baker and cake decorator. I am so glad I found this recipe. I felt like I’d stepped back into my childhood again when I tasted it!
Mama used to sift her Hershey’s cocoa powder and powdered sugar together to prevent lumps, and that’s what I did. Turned out perfect. It doesn’t taste like it only took 5 minutes. I give this a 5-star review
Love reading this, Mia! I’m so glad you enjoyed the recipe!
Simple and delicious, even with just a standard hand mixer.
Quick and easy recipe, plus delicious result. This is definitely a keeper! Thank you!
You are so welcome, Dottie! I’m thrilled you enjoyed the recipe!
Very fast! I ended up making it in the food processor. Will make again.
I’d recommend sifting the powdered sugar to prevent any little lumps, otherwise great recipe.
I’m so glad you enjoyed it, Cori!
Super yum!
Best recipe I have ever tasted. Everyone at the table said it was delicious.
Awesome! I’m so thrilled you enjoyed the recipe, Laurie!
Best chocolate buttercream frosting I’ve tried. Super easy. For my friends 75th birthday I added in a splash of Scotch, fin login to the milk and it made for a heavenly smoky savory frosting that went well on the vegan chocolate cupcakes
Amazing! I’m so thrilled you enjoyed the recipe!
This recipe was so delicious and easy to make! My family gobbled it up. This will definitely be my new go-to!
I’m so thrilled to read this, Catherine!
Will this be enough frosting to ice a two layer 9 1/2″ round cake. The height of each cake is about 1 1/2″ so only a 3″ high cake. I guess I should have made a 3 layer cake.
Hi Jeanne – I’d recommend doubling the recipe as I’d rather you have ample frosting than not enough. :)
I made 1/2 cup of this mixing it in a small bowl stirring it with a teaspoon. It was just enough to frost the top of a box of store bought yellow cake mix baked in a 13×9 glass pan. Next time I’ll need to make the cake from scratch too. It was tasty frosting. I made it for my wife’s birthday. Thanks.
I’m so glad you enjoyed the recipe, Paul!
Can i use heavy cream instead of milk ?
Sure! But you might need to adjust the quantity since it’s a bit thicker. :)
Everyone LOVED the chocolate butter cream frosting! Yay. My new go to for sure!!!!
SUPER yummy and actually really easy! I need simple instructions and actual measurements so I was very happy to stumble on this fab recipe. It was gobbled up very quickly by my husband and kids; so thank you! (Kiss hug!)
Yay! I’m so thrilled you and your family enjoyed the recipe, Deb!
Can I use coconut oil instead of butter?
Hi Brenda – I haven’t tried that substitution so I’m not sure what the results would be. Let me know if you give it a shot!
Love this easy chocolate icing! So easy to make.
I’m so thrilled you enjoyed the recipe, Jennifer!
So easy and so delicious! I love it beacause it isn’t so sweet!
I am not a dessert fan but a friend of mine has stage four cancer and I wanted to make something special for his birthday. I am delighted and thrilled with this recipe and my chocolate junkie husband gave it two thumbs up. He had mouth surgery today so that’s a big deal to get food in him. Thank you for sharing we love it❤
You are welcome, Shauna! I’m so glad the recipe was enjoyed by all. :)
Mine had little, tiny lumps. I think I will sift the confectioners and cocoa first..it .was not the butter. I love this frosting. Makes a perfect amount…not too much and it is so rich and has such depth of flavor.
I’m so glad you enjoyed the recipe, Karie! :)
Life changer! Have used this multiple times now. Thank you!
Woohoo! I’m thrilled you’ve been enjoying the recipe, Kimberly!
Delicious and ridiculously easy! My husband hates a really sweet frosting and this was absolutely perfect. I’ve made it twice now and loved it. And you can freeze it which is great if you don’t use it all. This one’s a keeper!
I’m so glad you’ve been enjoying the recipe!
I agree with everyone else, easy and DELISH!
Easy peasy, and so rich and delicious! Love this!
I’m thrilled you enjoyed it, Christine!
Very easy and delish! I substituted unsweetened Coconut Milk because that’s all we use and worked good
Thrilled to read this, Carolyn!
Super easy! I didnt have cocoa powder, but I substituted with a chocolate powdered drink mix. I decreased the powdered sugar due to the substitution. I didn’t want the frosting to be too sweet. When my 6yro sampled the finished frosting, she called it a “spoonful of heaven”.
Thank you for sharing.
Awesome! Thrilled you enjoyed the recipe, Tiffany!
what if I don’t have a stand up mixer???
Hi Joanne! A hand mixer works but it may not be as smooth.
This is my very first time ever making frosting , this turned out Excellent and instructions are easy to follow. I’m definitely keeping this one . Thanks for this recipe.
You are so welcome! I’m thrilled you enjoyed the recipe!
This chocolate buttercream frosting was so easy to make. It is creamy and delicious!
I’m so glad you enjoyed the recipe, Sharon!
This recipe was so easy and turned out wonderful! Thank you for posting it. My whole family enjoyed it and my husband thinks it is much better than store bought frosting!!!!
Woohoo! I’m so thrilled to read this, Kristen!
It was easy, tasty and not overly sweet, but a reminder to sift your powders! I forgot to sift the coco powder and I ended up with some clumps. Won’t forget next time!
Thanks!
If I still had bits of butter showing up is that because I didn’t get the butter soft enough before beating it?
Hi Terri – Yes. Always start with room-temp butter. Take it out of the fridge 30 to 60 minutes before getting started to bring it to room temperature.
This is the best chocolate buttercream I have ever made. I make buttercream all the time and thought I would try a different recipe and YUM. It’s SO smooth. I was worried at the start when the confectioners sugar and cocoa weren’t combining well with the butter but I kept mixing and it came together it turned out perfect!
Yay! I’m so glad you enjoyed the recipe, Natalie!
Easy and tastes great. Used to decorate a large cookie.
Hi Kelly, does the cake have to be kept in the fridge once it’s iced? I always find it makes the sponge to firm.
Thank you Dee
Hi Dee! A decorated cake with buttercream frosting can be stored at room temperature for up to 3 days. However, if it’s hot or humid where you live, store the cake in the fridge.
Quick and easy and tasty too.
I’m so glad you enjoyed the recipe!
Best icing recipe I’ve used-and I have frosted 100s of cakes. Beautiful consistency and not overly sweet. I had enough to frost a 2 layer cake.
Amazing! The easiest and best chocolate buttercream frosting I have ever made! Thank you so very much. This is definitely a keeper.
Should I double the recipe to frost a 13″ x 9″ sheet cake?
Hi Suzanne! In general, this will be enough to lightly frost a 9 x 13 sheet cake. For a thicker layer of frosting, I recommend doubling the recipe.
Great frosting and quick.
Great frosting. I used vegan butter and almond butter. It was great!
Awesome! I’m so glad you enjoyed the recipe, Wendy!
Ohhhhh wow! I just made this Buttercream frosting & it’s the creamiest & the BEST ever !!! (: Yum!
I’m thrilled you enjoyed it!
Can I use salted butter?
Yes! But I recommend leaving out the 1/4 teaspoon salt. :)
I used 1/2 C cocoa instead, just to try before adding the rest, and it was SO SO SOOOOOO delicious. I couldn’t top “tasting” it! Thank you for sharing! I’m sure it would have been great both ways, but it was perfect this way, & made a GREAT frosting for my white cake! :)
I think there was way to much coco powder all i could taste was it no good 1star and we bake all the time just didn’t want to bother my grandmother for her recipe but I for sure am next time
I’m sorry you didn’t enjoy the recipe, Luke.
The best chocolate buttercream frosting ever ! So easy to make. I give this a five star rating !
THE. BEST . RECIPIE. EVER
Hi! This recipe looks incredible! Can I use vanilla almond milk instead of whole milk?
That should work! But you might need to adjust the quantity since it’s a bit thinner.
Made it for the first time. Awesome!! Next time I might try coffee rum instead of vanilla.
Can you use Hershey chocolate syrup?
I’ve never tried that so I’m not sure!
Can I use this buttercream for crumb coating?
Absolutely!
Made it today and it is super delish and super easy. I did use 2% milk instead of whole milk because that’s all I had and I didn’t want to buy a whole quart just to get a 3rd of a cup. Don’t know if it made a difference or not but you couldn’t tell by me!
So glad you enjoyed the recipe, Dinah!
Great recipe! Tried it out couple of times and can’t get enough. Also Can i add some black food colouring to this to make a black buttercream??
Hi Nas! You can definitely add food coloring to this recipe :)
Delicious! I made this as frosting for chocolate cupecakes for a surprise birthday party. We taste tested and its SO GOOD! Hopefully she’ll like them!
Can you use 2% milk instead of whole milk?
Sure! But you might need to adjust the quantity since it’s a bit thinner.
If I was to make this frosting again, I would use about half the vanilla the recipe called for. It has a great consistency but a stronger vanilla flavor than I prefer.
I made this tonight and it is so thick with decadent chocolaty goodness. I am afraid I had to keep tasting it to make sure it wasn’t poisonous. So I’ll have to make another batch for the cake… :) Thank you for this recipe! I will never need another one.
Haha! I’m so glad you enjoyed the recipe, Catherine!
Absolutely delicious buttercream and easy to make! I’ll never buy store bought again. I also added a dash of espresso powder to amp up the flavor Yummy!!
YUM! So thrilled you enjoyed the recipe, Patty!
This is the best frosting ever!!!!! I was worried since it had only 84 grams of butter and 2 3/4 cups of sugar instead of 200 grams butter and 3 cups of sugar like other recipes. But I tried it because of the comments and Oh. My. God. It was my first time making any frosting and it tasted almost like the frosting from my favorite bakery. It even made up for the fact that my cake had less sugar. You’re AMAZING!!!
Woohoo! I’m so thrilled to read this, Lucy! So glad you enjoyed the recipe :)
Can I use normal white sugar instead of confectioners sugar
You’ll definitely want to use confectioners’ sugar for this recipe! :)
Amazing my whole family enjoyed it!
I’m so glad to read this, Ella!
Delicious and great consistency!!
Thank you so much for this recipe. It was so easy to make and tasted so good!! I attempted a different recipe the night before and it came out terrible. I was so proud of myself. Looking forward to trying your other recipes.
Welcome to Just a Taste, Kia! I’m thrilled you enjoyed the buttercream frosting recipe!
If I only have 1% milk on hand will that work?
It should but you might need to adjust the quantity since it’s much thinner!
Delicious! I really had my doubts as I set out to make this frosting, concerned about how little butter there was compared to other recipes. By the time I added all the dry ingredients to the creamed butter, the mixture was completely sandy and dry and I was about to give up on the whole thing. But I added heavy cream (substituting for the milk) and voila! It came together beautifully and whipped up to a scrumptious frosting! I used to it to frost a 2 layer, 8-inch chocolate mousse and it was just the right amount with a little extra to lick off the spatula. Thank you so much!
Woohoo! I’m so thrilled you enjoyed the recipe, Natasha!
I made a double batch – used organic cacao doubled the salt 1 cup less sugar and since less dry ingredients I had some milk left over… but that was just so easy to do to taste with this recipe… final result tastes AMAZING and so so smooth! Definitely making this again!
I’m thrilled you enjoyed it, Bridget!
Where can I find the actual recipe that lists the ingredients?
Hi Evie! The ingredient list and directions are listed above, underneath the last image of this post. :)
Delicious and perfect! It’s so easy! I’ve been looking for a good chocolate frosting recipe and this is it! Thanks for sharing!!
I’m thrilled you enjoyed it, Tiffany!
Loved your recipe for the Chocolate Buttercream Frosting. I tried it for the first time a couple of days ago when I was testing out a new chocolate cake recipe as well. It was PERFECT! Both were awesome ~ Keeping this recipe in my book of “go to” recipes. Thanks a bunch!
I’m so thrilled you enjoyed the recipe, Pearl!
Amazing! Amazing! Amazing! whole family loved this frosting on a slab of chocolate cake. Will always use this one from now on
Woohoo! I’m so thrilled to read this, Linda!
How much frosting does it make?
Hi Michele – This recipe yields 2 cups of frosting or about enough to frost 1 1/2 – 2 dozen cupcakes.
This was the best chocolate frosting and so simple to make. My husband could not stop licking the bowl.
I’m so thrilled you enjoyed the recipe, Linda!
I made this recipe today for a devil’s food cake. I felt like something chocolately chocolate. This fit the bill perfectly. Perfect flavor balance, texture plus the quick and easy was quite a pleasant surpise. This will be my go-to in the future. This time I used Hershey’s Cocoa. I have four other types of cocoa and I will try them all out in turn.
I’m thrilled you enjoyed the recipe, Micheal! I look forward to hearing which cocoa you prefer the best!
this was so quick and easy! I used the paddle attachment and then the wire whisk to get it smooth and it was perfect!
I’m thrilled you enjoyed the recipe!
Can you use granulated sugar as replacement?
Hi Alissa – Confectioners’ sugar really is essential in this recipe to reach the desired consistency.
i made this recipe with no high hopes that it would taste good because I’ve had such bad experiences before, but this was delicious!! i love the flavor and its so easy and quick to make, thank you!! also mine was a little bit more curncy since I did it by hand and not a mixer, but still amazing,
I’m so thrilled you enjoyed the recipe!
i loved it!! but does the ingredients have to be cold or room temperature?
Hi Paulina! You’ll want your butter to be at room temp :)
Is this enough to frost a two layer 9” cake, with some of the frosting between the layers?
Hi Linda – I’d recommend doubling the recipe as I’d rather you have ample frosting than not enough. :)
Best tasting chocolate icing I’ve ever made and a really great consistency.
I’m thrilled you enjoyed the recipe!
Frosted an orange layer cake, PERFECT!
Thank you.
YUM! I’m so glad you enjoyed the recipe, Donna!
5 Stars ! This is seriously THE BEST icing EVER !!!!! Thank you for sharing it !!
You are so welcome, Natasha! I’m thrilled you enjoyed the recipe!
Awesome frosting. Perfect for our spice cake.
I’m so glad you enjoyed the recipe, James!
Awesome frosting. Perfect addition to a spice cake.
Easy to follow recipe and tasted good. My family loved it.
I’m so glad to hear this, Rhonda!
Made this frosting yesterday,it was so easy but most of all it was absolutely delicious. This recipe is definitely a stayer.. Thanks so much..
I’m so glad you enjoyed the recipe, Jasna!
I used this to make cake pops, it worked wonderfully! I had to add a little extra milk to make it easier to combine with the cake, but otherwise it was perfect!
I’m so glad you enjoyed the recipe, Ari!
Can I substitute almond milk???
Sure! It’s just thinner, so you may need to adjust the quantity.
Very easy, pretty good
A very nice and easy recipe tastes great!
So glad you enjoyed it, Debbie!
Where do I find the actual recipe? Thank you! Standing by as I have a birthday cake to frost!
Hi Margot! The ingredient list and directions are listed above, underneath the last image of this post.
Very good and so easy!
can i do this by hand? i don’t have a mixer, only a stick blender! would it be better to use this or just mix by hand?
Hi Rianna – You could but it just may not be as smooth!
How many cupcakes will a recipe cover with generous application of frostiog ?
Hi Bill! It really depends on the size of your cupcakes and how much frosting you use, but it should frost 1 1/2 – 2 dozen cupcakes.
Very good!!
So glad you enjoyed the recipe, Peggy!
Made it for my boyfriend’s birthday cake. As good as, if not better, than chocolate frosting recipe on back of cocoa box! Used special dark cocoa and WOW!!!
I’m so glad you enjoyed the recipe, Becky!
love this chocolate butter cream. thank you so much.
You are so welcome! I’m thrilled you enjoyed it!
My go to recipe now for chocolate buttercream!
So thrilled to hear this, LaDawn!
So good ..I also had plenty to frost a 2 layer cake. I will def make again. Thank you !
So thrilled to hear this, Sharon! I’m glad you enjoyed the recipe!
I frosted a nine inch two layer and had plenty without doubling! Super easy and I was out of vanilla and used 1 tsp almond extract and it is yummy!!! Thanks so much!!!
Excellent! I’m so thrilled you enjoyed the recipe, Deanna!
I made it with Ghiradelli cocoa, and it was delicious. However, I don’t have a paddle attachment, and I had to add the milk and vanilla while I was adding the xxxx sugar because it was too dry.
I’m so glad you enjoyed the recipe, Dee!
Would it completely destroy if i used granulated sugar instead of confectioners?
You’ll definitely want to use confectioners’ sugar for this recipe!
great
Hi, can this frosting be used to fill a 3 layer cake too?
Hi Sara – For a three-layer cake, I’d recommend tripling the recipe.
Hello! I was just wondering if this recipe was enough for a 2 layer cake?
Hi Sara! I’d recommend doubling the recipe as I’d rather you have ample frosting than not enough. :)
Hi how many cupcakes would this cover? Looks super delicious!
Hi there! It really depends on the size of your cupcakes and how much frosting you use, but it should frost 1 1/2 – 2 dozen cupcakes.
LOVE this! Quick and easy! I added a tad more cocoa because I was at the bottom of the tin, which made a rich, fudgy frosting like non other. Nilla wafers + this frosting = grown-up (ish) Dunkaroos and I’m here for it!
YESSS! So thrilled you enjoyed the recipe, Stephanie!
Hi Kelly
I made this frosting today, although its come out delicious it’s got lots of small little lumps in there. My butter was at room temp, I sieved the icing sugar and cocoa powder and added it a little at a time. I’m not sure what I’ve done wrong, but do you know how to get rid of the lumps?
Hi Zahraa! It could be that the buttercream just hasn’t been beaten for long enough. Also, always use a spatula to scrape down the sides of the bowl so that all the ingredients are incorporated and no lumps of butter or sugar are left in the bowl when mixing. Hope this helps!
So good I hope it makes it on the cake…
Haha! I’m so thrilled you enjoyed the recipe!
so delicious! so glad i took 5 min instead of 30 or so to drive to town and get frosting!!!!!!!❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤
YESSSS! So thrilled you enjoyed the recipe!
Brilliant. This icing is the business and I’m no baker.
I’m so glad you enjoyed the recipe, Louise!
Perfect! Made it twice. Once for cupcakes and once for brownies and it was delicious both times.
I’m so glad you’ve been enjoying the recipe, Sally!
lots of flavor, creamy, easy to make. Generous amount for a 9×13 cake.
This Recipe was incredible. Thank you so much for sharing.
You are so welcome, Rosette! I’m thrilled you enjoyed it!
I tried it and it was awesome!
I loved the touch of salt and I even threw in a teaspoon of brewed coffee to give it a richer flavour. I’ll definitely use this recipe again!
Thank you.
Love your addition of coffee, Dani! I’m so glad you enjoyed the recipe!
This is the second time I made this. It’s great! I reduced the sugar since I only had one and 3/4 cups left. Then I used 3/4 cup dark chocolate chips ’cause that’s what i had. I melted them in the microwave carefully! And then I followed the instructions . . . yummy!
Awesome! I’m so thrilled you’ve been enjoying the recipe, David!
Easy to make and delicious thanks for the recipe!
You are so welcome, Chase! I’m glad you enjoyed it!
Really amazing. We didn’t have cow’s milk so we used coconut milk and it was so good. The extra bit of salt really helped cut the sweetness and gave it some depth!
Awesome! I’m so thrilled you enjoyed the frosting, Erin!
Absolutely delicious! Instead of vanilla I used pure almond, oh my word AMAZING! So happy to find a recipe that makes a smaller amount too!
YUM! So thrilled you enjoyed the recipe, Karin!
So easy and tastes awesome! Used it on peanut butter bread.
YUM! So thrilled you enjoyed the recipe, Nancy!
I just made a Chocolate loaf cake and was going to dust it with powdered sugar. I decided to see if there was a recipe for frosting that included ingredients that I already had in the house. Since we’re in the middle of a pandemic right now, I’m trying not to go to the store more than needed. I came across this recipe and it’s fantastic! I think it would have come out smoother if I had sifted the dry ingredients first, but delicious! I’m also happy that it can be made with almond milk as well. Thank you!
Awesome! I’m so thrilled you enjoyed the recipe, Jacqueline!
Best chocolate icing recipe I’ve found yet!
Woohoo! I’m so glad you enjoyed the recipe, Tricia!
Thank You, Thank You, Thank You… My wife is a chocoholic and she LOVED it.. Me Too… I even made it with Almond Milk… Fantastic… Much Love, God Bless!!
Woohoo! I’m so thrilled you and your wife enjoyed the buttercream frosting, Steve!
I made this vegan (my spouse can’t do dairy) by substituting vegan butter (Melt Organic brand sticks) for the butter and unsweetened macadamia creamer (Milkadamia brand) for the milk. It came out AMAZING. I don’t normally love dairy substitutes, but it worked out super well with this recipe and those products.
I’m so thrilled the recipe worked for you!
So good and easy. Making it for my 3rd stuck at home cake.
I’m thrilled you enjoyed the recipe, Neil!
This was very easy to make and absolutely delicious!
Love the recipe. Amazing!! I used 5% cream and added just a tad more.
Easy to make and came out amazing! Thank you
You are so welcome, Mel! I’m thrilled you enjoyed the recipe!
Simply perfect! Thank you so much!
You are so welcome, Joanie! I’m thrilled you enjoyed the recipe!
Any suggestions for regular mixer? i don’t have a stand up model or paddle.
A hand mixer works, just follow the recipe written! :)
Very good. Would definitely make again. Since I never have whole milk at home, I reduced the milk (I used 1%) by about one-third and topped it up with whipping cream. Far better than store-bought frosting, which I always find too oily-tasting.
I’m so glad you enjoyed the buttercream frosting!
Made it, very easy, a little messy but I have a very old Hobart, not the tallest one. The texture was perfect, it spread so easily. I made it for a friend, don’t like chocolate much myself, seemed like a really strong dark chocolate taste so I’m sure she will love it. I’ll make it just white or almond sometime for myself.
I’m so glad you enjoyed the recipe, Phyllis! And if you’re looking for a plain buttercream recipe, here’s a link to my Easy Buttercream Frosting recipe: https://www.justataste.com/video-easy-buttercream-frosting-recipe/
Super yummy! I’ve never liked canned frosting and this is super easy. Will make a larger batch next time tho. It is just a little skimpy if you like frosting!!
I’m thrilled you enjoyed the recipe, Lisa!
This is delicious…thank you for sharing it. I want to eat it by itself!!!
So glad you enjoyed it!
Tastes amazing!
I did use some rum instead of vanilla since I was making a chocolate rum cake and boy was it popular. Great texture. Full mouth feel ; ) Will use this easy recipe forever. Thank you!
Love that addition, Johanna!
Wow! Made this frosting today, so easy and really nice! Thank you.
Yay! I’m so thrilled you enjoyed it, Aisha!
Very simple. My 9 year old used it for a school baking assignment with minimum help and it was delicious!!
Amazing! Love that your 9 year old is getting involved in the kitchen :)
Very easy! Glad it called for milk instead of heavy cream… I didn’t have to go to the store! Made enough for frosting 16 cupcakes with leftovers!
Smooth and melts in your mouth!
Kim
Woohoo! I’m so thrilled you enjoyed the recipe, Kim!
Super good frosting, easy recipe. This will be my new go-to. Thank you!
You are so welcome, Betsy! I’m thrilled you enjoyed the recipe!
Hi Kelly, I made the frosting and it was really good! Only one thing, this doesn’t have to do with the recipe its self. But I think you should put how many serving. Thanks for the frosting, though!
Hi Eva! As noted above, this recipe yields 2 cups. And I’m so glad you enjoyed it!
Hi can I make this frosting a nd first a cake at night for a celebration the next day?
Absolutely, Anita! A decorated cake with buttercream frosting can be stored at room temperature for up to 3 days. However, if it’s hot or humid where you live, store the cake in the fridge.
Thank you so much for this wonderful recipe. Went to two stores trying to find canned frosting and because of the current situtation (and Easter) the shelves were bare. I was so happy to find this easy recipe and will always make this frosting instead. It is sooo much better than canned. What a great find. Thank you!
I’m so thrilled you enjoyed it!
I’m GOING to make this because I gotta use stuff up! Not really – Mel’s turning 83 on Monday and I said I’d make the cake. And I have a simple question: Why not use salted butter and skip the salt? There has to be less salt than 1/4 t of salt in 6T of salted butter. Does the salt in butter change the butter so that it doesn’t “work”? Thanks for your help.
Hi David – I like using unsalted butter so I can better control the quantity of salt. The recipe will work whether you use unsalted or salted butter, but if you use salted butter I recommend leaving out the 1/4 teaspoon salt.
Hello – I have only 2 cups of powdered sugar and whipping cream, not milk. Can I still make it work?
Hi Lisa! You’d need to just adjust the quantities based on the consistency of the frosting if you use the ingredients you reference.
I have no more cocoa powder but I do have chocolate ships…can I use them for the icing instead?
I haven’t tried that so I’m not sure!
Today is my birthday, and we are sheltering in place as are many. I wasn’t going to bother with a cake, but then I was cleaning my pantry this morning and found a brand new container if organic cocoa powder. I’m taking that as a sign that I need to whip up a cake and frosting. I’m low on most ingredients, but I have what is needed for a chocolate cake and chocolate frosting! I’m so excited to make this recipe!
Happy birthday, Caitlyn! Chocolate cake with chocolate frosting sounds like the perfect way to celebrate :)
Can I use heavy cream instead of whole milk I only have 2% milk in the house, we are under a shelter at home so going to the store for whole milk isn’t a great idea, would the measurements change?
Hi Amy! You can use 2% milk however, the consistency might be slightly different than if you were to use whole milk. And the measurement is the same.
I’ve just made this. I was so eager that I didn’t read through the recipe first and ended up putting all the ingredients in together and whizzing them all up at once!! Well, I was worried that I’d spoilt it ….. but I didn’t – it is really lovely!!
Yay! I’m so thrilled you enjoyed the recipe, Chrissie!
Absolutely amazing frosting!
I’m thrilled you enjoyed it, Cathy!
Will this make enough to frost a 9×13 cake?
Hi Kandra! In general, this will be enough to lightly frost a 9 x 13 sheet cake. For a thicker layer of frosting, I recommend doubling the recipe.
EXCELLENT fundgy frosting!!!
This frosting was soooo good!!! I’m surprised it turned out so nice!
I’m thrilled you enjoyed it, Katelyn!
Best chocolate frosting ever! The salt makes all the difference. Love it.
YESSS! I’m so thrilled you enjoyed the recipe, Jeanne!
Can you just use a whisk too?
You could but it just may not be as smooth!
First time I’ve made this and it was super simple! I love it! I will definitely keep this recipe.
Thrilled to read this, Barbara!
Just used it on my daughter’s birthday cake. Baked a chocolate cake, so the frosting is perfect. Best icing ever!
Woohoo! I’m so thrilled you enjoyed the recipe, Wanda!
this stuff is amazing! this frosting has perfect consistency and taste, all while being quick to make. this is my favorite chocolate frosting i have ever made!
Love this! I’m so glad you enjoyed the recipe, Julia!
Hi, if we are in a hot climate will this buttercream hold it’s shape or will it melt? Could I use cornflour to possibly stiffen the buttercream? Thank you! Can’t wait to try the recipe out :)
Hi there! Since it’s (of course!) butter-based, it might not be the best option for a hot climate.
This was the easy frosting. I love it.
I”m so glad you enjoyed it, Becky!
Hi there just wondering can I substitute baking chocolate instead of baking cocoa ?
I dont have any cocoa right now!
Hi there! What do you mean by “baking chocolate?”
Wish i could give this recipe a 6 star because not only was it tasty it was so simple to follow .My teenage son who says mom cant cook as good as him i found sneaking around in the fridge in the middle of the night with a huge spoonful of this wonderful frosting. The look on his face was priceless! Thank you .
Ha, love this! So glad you enjoyed the recipe, Stephanie!
EZ PZ!! I didn’t want to get out the KitchenAid since I was halving the recipe. So I actually used my old school hand cranked egg beater and it still turned out GREAT! Also got a good arm workout. It was lovely, smooth and tasted wonderful! Thanks tons!
You are so welcome, Mali! I’m so glad you enjoyed the recipe!
Easy and delicious recipe. Perfect!
Sharon Shirer
I’m so glad you enjoyed it, Sharon!
Hi there, this ia an amazing choco buttercream frosting. I’ve been baking chocolate cake but never had a chance to have a perfect frosting (just learning from youtube). But with this recipe, my daughter’s cake went just perfect!. Thank you for sharing, this will be my go to frosting
Yay! I’m so glad you enjoyed the recipe, Jan!
I have made this frosting many times and it’s excellent. I sometimes add other flavoring just to spice it up. It’s a wonderful consistency and easy to pipe! This is my go to chocolate frosting recipe! Love it!
Love reading this, Jennifer! I’m thrilled you’ve been enjoying the recipe!
made this because my husband and daughter baked a chocolate cake and hubby wanted chocolate frosting on it. He was going to go buy store frosting, I said NO. I loved it (and I don’t like chocolate frosting) he said it was just like his mom’s so it was a win. (When it was all done and frosted he realized it was my birthday, I didn’t say anything while he was making it. lol) Will make it again and will share the recipe with my friends.
First of all, happy birthday! I’m so thrilled you enjoyed the buttercream frosting!
Very easy to make! Tastes AWESOME! Thanks for sharing!
Thrilled you enjoyed the recipe, Renee!
Just made this frosting for the first time today. I am so glad I found this recipe! It makes the best frosting and it is so easy to make. Thanks for sharing!
You are so welcome, Melanie! I’m thrilled you enjoyed the recipe!
Super simple I’m a first time baker and it was awesome! Super grateful
I’m so glad you enjoyed the recipe, Angie!
It was very easy. Didnt have quite the amount of cocoa powder, bit it was enough chocolate flavor
I’m thrilled you enjoyed the recipe, Ruth!
first time making buttercream frosting, (AND a chocolate cake), and even though the cake looked like a disaster, the frosting covered it up and made it look decently put together, and made it taste great too! was mom’s birthday and she loved it.
Yay! So glad you enjoyed the recipe, Rubiyah!
I don’t own a stand mixer. What else can I use?
A hand mixer works!
How many cupcakes would this recipe be able to frost, do you think?
Hi Lauren – It really depends on the size of your cupcakes and how much frosting you use, but it should frost 1 1/2 – 2 dozen cupcakes.
Substituted sour cream and 10% creamers instead of whole milk. Used salted butter as that’s all i had….stilI tasted awesome..light, chocolatey and lots of it..Amazing!!
I’m so glad you enjoyed the recipe, Claire!
Thank you so much this recipe helped me so much. I used it to “frost” my triple chocolate brownies. I would totally recommend it.
I’m so glad you enjoyed the recipe, Stephanie! Triple chocolate brownies sound delicious right now!
Super easy to make! Truly a “5 minute recipe”. Gave me a lot of frosting for very little ingredients. Very soft and fluffy, with a rich and expensive chocolate flavor. Definitely will be using this recipe again someday! :)
Awesome! I’m so thrilled you enjoyed the recipe, Skye!
I love this
I’m so glad you enjoyed it!
This was so easy and delicious!!
Great tasting easy recipe.
It really is easy and tastes like fudge.
So glad you enjoyed it!
Delicious!!
I was searching for a chocolate buttercream frosting made with cocoa powder and maple and came across this. It looked and sounded great.
I substituted 1/3cup of maple syrup for 1/3 of the 2-1/3 cups of confectioners sugar and it turned out great!!
Excellent! I’m so thrilled you enjoyed the recipe, Stephen!
All I have is salted butter, should I omit the salt?
Yes!
Simple, quick and delicious, with a lovely consistency. Thank you!
I’m so thrilled you enjoyed the recipe, Kelly!
I love yellow cake with chocolate frosting and so do our two sons. Our youngest is coming home for spring break, and his older brother is coming to visit as well. I made a box yellow cake (tweaked a bit) and will be using this recipe for the frosting. My wife is frosting fanatic and loves homemade frosting, so she will be the ultimate judge. Will follow up with the critics reviews.
Excellent, enjoy!
Loved the icing – so much better than canned – I had forgotten how good homemade was. I put it on a triple chocolate cake for my daughter’s birthday! Everyone raced!
YES! So thrilled you enjoyed the recipe, Sue!
Adding salt just sets it off bravo!
YES!!
This was THE BEST chocolate frosting I have EVER HAD! I wanted to eat it with a spoon it was so good. Rich and chocolatey, but not overpoweringly sweet. Just the right amount of salt gives it richness. A keeper FOR SURE!!!
Woohoo! I’m so thrilled you enjoyed the recipe, June!
Love your recipes.
I’m so glad you’re enjoying Just a Taste!
Trying to make more things from scratch and this recipe was a super find for frosting. Easy to make and delicious!!!
I’m thrilled to hear this, Debra!
Hi, can i use the whisk attachment instead of the paddle attachment for the mixing of the frosting?
You could but it just may not be as smooth!
Do you need to refrigerate the cake after you frost it.
Hi Marjorie! A decorated cake with buttercream frosting can be stored at room temperature for up to 3 days. However, if it’s hot or humid where you live, store the cake in the fridge.
pls send me receips to my email address, thk you
Excellent – adding you now! Thanks so much for your readership, Irene!
How many cupcakes can this frost?
Hi Mallory – It really depends on the size of your cupcakes and how much frosting you use, but it should frost 1 1/2 – 2 dozen cupcakes.
So simple and oh so delicious! Love the recipe!
Woohoo! Thrilled to hear this, Becky!
I ended up doubling the recipe for 50 cupcakes and then making one more single batch for a mini cake. I whisked together the sugar and cocoa powder in a separate bowl while my butter creamed in my stand mixer to help remove any lumps.
I also added espresso powder.
This was rich and delicious and so silky smooth! Grainy frosting is a pet peeve of mine!
It spread well but was not as successful in piping, not quite stiff enough.
Huge hit at the birthday party today!
I’m so glad you enjoyed the recipe!
I loved it
I don’t have a stand mixer, can I just use a hand held regular mixer ?
That’ll work, Linda! :)
Yum and easy!!
Love love love this recipe. Creamy and easy! It’s awesome to impress the family with a 5 minute task!
is this enough to frost 2 9 inch cakes?
Hi Maria! I’d recommend doubling the recipe as I’d rather you have ample frosting than not enough. :)
Made it and it was a success. Very easy and yummy.
What are the ingredient amounts for this recipe , creamy chocolate butter cream frosting . I don’t see it it . Can someone please share them with me .
Thanks
The ingredient list and directions are listed above. :)
Very easy to make and comes out fluffy
I’m so glad you enjoyed the recipe, Dawn!
Loved the buttercream recipe …. but like a few others, cocoa and icing sugar big mess!!!! Learned a very valuable lesson – stir first or add a little at a time or poof a big blast of sugar and cocoa!
Awesome! So glad you’re enjoying it, Connie!
would this frosting be ok to sit out before i use it?
Yes indeed!
Do you have to use whole milk or can it be 2%?
Hi Madison! You can use 2% milk however, the consistency might be slightly different than if you were to use whole milk.
After creaming the butter n vanilla that when the sugar and cocoa are added to STIR it first to combine the ingredients… I poured it in turned on the mixed a PUFFF a cloud of
cocoa and powder sugar… OH MY!!! So my advice is to stir it together first and then use the mixer to make the frosting nice a fluffy…I added about 3/4 of the milk and a little at a time till frosting was the consistency I wanted. good recipe
I’m glad you enjoyed the recipe, Gina!
can you freeze it
Hi Christina – I’ve never tried freezing the frosting so I’m not sure what the texture would be like after defrosting/re-whipping it.
Seriously this is a excellent butter cream recipe. Just try it……….super easy and tastes way better than the canned stuff.
I’m so thrilled you enjoyed it!
Wow! So easy and yummy! I had to add the milk in before the confectioners sugar, because it was too hard for my hand mixer, but it still turned out wonderfully! Thank you for the recipe!
You are so welcome, April! I’m thrilled you enjoyed it!
I did make it. I added cherry juice instead of milk, & 1 tsp of cheery juice to replace the vanilla. It’s so creamy & tastes awesome. Thanks so much for the recipe with cocoa.
Can you use salted butter and skip the adding salt?
That’ll work, Leanne!
Very simple recipe and was amazing with the yellow cake I made. Will def use again! Thank you!
You are so welcome, Anna! I’m thrilled you enjoyed the recipe!
I substituted peanut butter for butter 1:1.. Added an additional 1/4 milk.. Excellent….
So easy and soooo delicious! Thank you for posting!
You are so welcome, Amy! I’m thrilled you enjoyed the recipe!
Really nice and rich icing. My son says it tastes like “dark chocolate” (using “No Name(tm)” cocoa powder) — this means it’s not too sweet!
I was a little freaked out when it still seemed very powdery after combining the butter and the sugar and cocoa but once the milk was mixed in it became very creamy.
I just used a hand mixer with the regular mixer attachment and it worked fine.
I’ll definitely use this recipe again (the highest praise one can give).
I’m so thrilled you enjoyed the recipe, Andrew!
Absolutely fantastic I would give it more stars
If I could! I made the 5 minute chocolate buttercream and it sure beats anything yoU buy in a can!
I’m so thrilled you enjoyed the recipe, Rosemary!
Made it today and it turned out great. To the original recipe I added almost double the amount of confectioners’ sugar and thinned with a little heavy cream. Lots of creamy chocolate goodness. Covered my cake abundantly and I can hardly wait to tear into it this afternoon when desserts are served.
I’m so glad you enjoyed the recipe, Pat!
This was an excellent and very easy icing to make. It is super chocolatey, and I love chocolate!
I’m so glad you enjoyed it!
Very yummy. So chocolaty I will make this again
I’m thrilled you enjoyed it, Jo-Ann!
It is amazing! I will never buy store bought frosting again!
Woohoo! I’m so thrilled to hear you enjoyed the recipe, Sandy!
So delicious! Everyone went hyper excited with the buttercream frosting !!! Will go for this again and again. Leaving the comment as I searched again for this recipie to make the next cake outta with it
I’m so thrilled you enjoyed the recipe, Sandy!
I ate so much there wasn’t enough cover the cake
Ha! I’m so thrilled you enjoyed it, Margie!
I just made this frosting and it is absolutely amazing!
I am 61 y/o and it reminded me of when my Mom and I were baking. Fond memories!
Note: For the amateur baker, don’t hesitate to try this recipe – The mixture looks thin-Don’t add additional confectioner’s sugar. After blending 2 minutes it had the perfect texture. Motivated to make this for work and parties!
I’m so thrilled you enjoyed the recipe, Gail!
I needed a quick frosting yesterday and came across this one. I will never buy chocolate frosting again. This was wonderful, easy, and delicious. Everyone loved it so much. Thank you!!
You are so welcome, Jenny! I’m thrilled you enjoyed the recipe :)
It is wonderful. I would definitely double or triple it next time, for more of it , especially to frost and fill a 2 or 3-layer cake.
Also, I used organic powdered sugar with tapioca starch instead of corn starch, as I cannot eat corn. It came out well. (Just sift it going into the mixer bowl, as the tapioca can have tiny clumps).
Good job, Kelly! Jill
I’m so thrilled you enjoyed the recipe, Jill!
I made this frosting for my sons birthday cake and it was a hit! I couldn’t stop licking the spatula. I love how it was super quick and easy! Thank you so much! This was added to my recipe book.
I’m so glad you enjoyed it, McKenzie!
Just made this for some brownies. Excellent icing. My family agrees
does this recipe cover a 2 layer 9″ cake? thanks
Hi Judy! I’d recommend doubling the recipe as I’d rather you have ample frosting than not enough. :)
I made this frosting for my husbands birthday cake and it was AMAZING!!
so simple to make and incredibly DELICIOUS! Thank you!
You are so welcome, Kerry! I’m thrilled you enjoyed the recipe!
Easy and excellent and I don’t even like cooking or baking!
Ha! I’m thrilled you enjoyed the recipe, Mary!
We had chocolate day at work so, I made a homemade chocolate cake and used this recipe for the frosting. It was so quick, easy and delicious, it was a hit with everyone. This recipe is a keeper!
I’m so glad you enjoyed the recipe, Tammy!
How many cupcakes does this recipe frost.
Hi Denise! It really depends on the size of the cupcake and how much frosting you use, but it should frost 1 1/2 – 2 dozen cupcakes.
I loved the way this frosting came together, thank you.
I’m so glad you enjoyed it, Kath!
Hands down the best buttercream frosting recipe ever! I have tried many recipes and this one is so simple and so damn delicious. I’ve written it down in my journal so I never lose it.
Amazing! I’m so thrilled to hear you enjoyed the recipe, Wasima!
Whips up fluffy. I needed an extra 1/3 cup milk. (I used 1/2 and 1/2).
A bit too sweet for me but my neighbors think it is perfect!
For years I had a “go to” chocolate frosting recipe. (Basically a ganache that I then beat after it cooled completely.) Now this is my “go to” chocolate frosting. Simple, quick, delicious. Not cloyingly sweet. Maybe the fact that I make it with Callebaut cocoa makes it so special, but this is definitely a keeper. Pipes like a dream for decorating.
Love hearing this, RoseMarie! I’m thrilled you enjoyed the recipe!
Excellent chocolate buttercream! Will make it again!!
So glad you enjoyed the recipe, Carolyn!
My Granddaughter and I made chocolate cupcakes today with your frosting recipe and it was yummy…thank you.
Love this! So glad you and your granddaughter enjoyed the recipe, Elaine!
How much frosting does this make?
Hi Jill – This recipe yields 2 cups.
Oh my goodness!
Fast, easy, delicious.
Woohoo! I’m so thrilled you enjoyed the recipe, Mary!
First time making Chocolate Buttercream
Frosting. Easy to make, tastes great. Will be making this frosting again.
Thank you for sharing.
Excellent! I’m so glad you enjoyed the recipe!
Made once for cupcakes and it was terrific. Today, I’ll be experimenting a bit and adding some instant coffee for a mocha flavor.
Looking forward to hearing your results, Bill!
Omg amazing spoon worthy no cake needed can eat it alone mmmmmmm
Haha! So thrilled you enjoyed the recipe, Mary!
This recipe was perfect!! I used it since I was in a pinch to ice a nine inch vanilla cake, and I only had a couple cups of powdered sugar. I will be using this recipe over and over. Thank you!!
I’m so glad you enjoyed the recipe, Hunter!
First time I’ve ever made icing but I didn’t have any chocolate icing so looked it up on the Internet and chose this one. It turned out great – love it. Thank you.
You are so welcome, Janet! I’m thrilled you enjoyed the recipe!
*****
I just tried this recipe. This is the best Chocolate Frosting, I have made.
I am adding this to my collection of Frosting Recipes. Thank you for sharing.
You are so welcome, Judith! I’m so happy to hear you enjoyed the recipe!
This frosting was fabulous everyone loved it, my sister and my niece both asked for the recipe. I’ve been asked to make a second cake for someone who really loved my last cake with your frosting recipe, my second cake in 4 days!! Thank you Kelly for this divine recipe.
Amazing, Meg! I’m so thrilled you enjoyed the recipe! Happy baking :)
I love it!!
Fabulous recipe. Even whipped by hand it worked well. Thanks.
I’m so thrilled you enjoyed the buttercream frosting!
Made this for cupcakes to take to a party. Love it! I would make it more if I weren’t a diabetic!
I’m so glad you enjoyed the recipe, Donna!
Sift the sugar and cocoa for smooth frosting – though some enjoy the little balls of sweetness and chocolate.
I love this recipe! I absolutely HATE buttercream but omg this is good. The only thing I would note is to sift the cocoa powder and flour because I got cocoa clumps in my finished product but it tastes amazing!
I’m thrilled you enjoyed the recipe!
Love ❤️
How many cupcakes does this frost?
Hi Stacey – It really depends on the size of the cupcake and how much frosting you use, but it should frost 1 1/2 – 2 dozen cupcakes.
This is hands down the best chocolate frosting I have ever tasted!
Woohoo! I’m so thrilled you enjoyed the recipe, Lila!
Really simple, and CHOCOLATY !!!
I doubled the recipe for my cake. I love the frosting so much!!
I’m so thrilled you enjoyed the recipe, Brianna!
If I double this for a 3 8-inch layer cake, would it be enough?
Hi Joi! For a three-layer cake, I’d recommend tripling the recipe as I’d rather you have ample frosting than not enough.
Delicious, easy to make and piped beautifully! I made the best cupcakes I’ve ever made but the frosting in that recipe was a disaster, this one saved the day!
I’m so glad you enjoyed the recipe, Michael!
Should I double or triple this recipe to frost 24 cupcakes? Thank you.
Hi Tiffany! It really depends on the size of the cupcake and how much frosting you use, but it should frost 1 1/2 – 2 dozen cupcakes.
from comments both in the instructions and replies I chose to do one and a half times the ingredients for a 9X13 cake and I think the amount was perfect! great texture and flavor.. thanks!
I’m thrilled you enjoyed the recipe, Melody!
Really tasty buttercream icing! :)
Delicious icing! Question though…I am not a frequent baker so I never gauge the correct amount of icing to make. Will this be enough for a nine inch two layer cake? Or do I need to double it?
Hi Alana! I’d recommend doubling the recipe as I’d rather you have ample frosting than not enough.
This recipe is superb.
You might have to add extra milk for easy spreading.
I’m so thrilled you enjoyed the buttercream recipe, Albert!
do you use regular or dutch-processed cocoa powder for this frosting?
I prefer natural (regular)!
I’ve made this twice now! So easy. Thanks for the recipe. But I was wondering how long will this stay fresh in the fridge for? And can it also be frozen ?
Hi Merissa! The buttercream frosting can be stored in an airtight container and kept in the fridge for up to five days. When ready to use, allow it to come to room temp and mix with a spoon or electric mixer.
So good, so easy, and it uses ingredients I usually have rather than sending me to the store for one tablespoon of heavy cream. Thank you!
You are so welcome, Carol! I’m thrilled you enjoyed the recipe!
Just made this frosting for chocolate/chocolate chip muffins. Absolute perfection. I’ll never buy chocolate frosting again. Thanks!
Woohoo! I’m thrilled you enjoyed the recipe, Ronald!
How much of each ingredient do you need
Hi William – The recipe is listed above :)
Perfect amount for the cup cakes I just baked!!
Excellent, enjoy!
Could you make vanilla buttercream frosting by removing cocoa powder?
Hi Bobby Joe! I actually have a recipe for Easy Buttercream Frosting. Here’s the link to the recipe: https://www.justataste.com/video-easy-buttercream-frosting-recipe/ :)
I have to say I just made this quick an easy recipe for a fun little snack with my grandkids and it was a hit not only for them but for the adults in the house. The kids enjoyed frosting the cupcakes as well as licking the beaters!
I made the frosting tonight to go with a yellow cake, as dessert for Memorial Day cookout, and it was great. I made the recipe just as it was published, but I doubled it for a 3 layer 9” cake. I like this frosting better than the recipe for fudge frosting because the frosting stays moist and dark.
Awesome! I’m so thrilled you enjoyed the recipe, Donna!
Will this recipe cover 2 layer 9 inch cake?And I only have salted butter, will it do anyways?? Thanks for this recipe :)
Hi Geraldine! I’d recommend doubling the recipe as I’d rather you have ample frosting than not enough. And yes you can use salted butter, but I would recommend leaving out the 1/4 teaspoon salt.
I only have a hand mixer, will that work and can I use heavy cream?
Yes and yes!
Quick and easy. I haven’t made a cake from a box for more than 30 years, nor frosting. I needed a good recipe using cocoa powder as my Valrhona bittersweet (my go to!) was gone.
This was perfect. I did not have whole milk. Though I had 1/2 and 1/2, I chose to use buttermilk which was on hand. Also, I had Creme de Cocoa which I used v. vanilla.
We bakers have to improvise in a pinch!
I’m so glad you enjoyed the recipe, Leisa!
I’m excited to try this. I would really like to do the two tone method, but your link goes to an ebay page. Would you link it here please?
Thanks so much for catching that, Patty! I’ve updated the post to link to my simple trick for piping two-tone swirled frosting: https://www.justataste.com/video-how-to-pipe-swirl-frosting/
So good and so easy. Only chocolate frosting recipe I use now.
Woohoo! Love hearing this, Lee!
Love this simple and quick recipe. I made this to frost cupcakes and it was delicious. Smooth and creamy. Also not overly sweet as is the frosting on so many commercially bought cupcakes.
I’m thrilled you enjoyed the recipe, Marina!
Being an older cook, I have always made the frosting. As you can see it is simple and so much better. I have always been puzzled that people purchased frosting. Well…there are a lot of things people buy that are easy, but that just seems to be the style now.
It’s hard to beat homemade!
Made a chocolate cake and used this recipe for the frosting for my boss’s birthday. It was just as described! It was easy and not overly sweet. I have never seen him eat so much cake in all the years I’ve worked there. I added crushed walnuts on the outside rim of the top of the cake. Thank-you so much for the recipe. Oh – almost forgot to add, I did a little experiment and added Saigon cinnamon to the frosting and it tasted great!
Love your addition of cinnamon, Terry! And I’m so thrilled you enjoyed the recipe!
OMG!!!! Fast, Easy Absolutely Amazing!!!!! My kids were fighting over Who was going to lick the spoon and bowl.
Woohoo! I’m so thrilled you enjoyed the recipe!
Abosolutely delicious!! Came out perfect and the kids loved it!!
So thrilled to hear this, Marisa!
If using your recipe for icing a cake, would it be sufficient for a two layer 8 or 9 inch cake? Or would it be better to double the recipe. Also, as I don’t have a stand mixer, would it work as well with a hand mixer?
Hi Darrin – I’d recommend doubling the recipe. I’d rather you have ample frosting than not enough! And yes, a hand mixer should work :)
Excellent frosting!!! Easy and simply delicious.
This icing is superb! So fast, so chocolatey, so easy to spread. My old recipe was tedious; had to beat the icing over a bowl of ice until it set. Delicious, but time consuming and a little messy. This will be my go to recipe forever!
Amazing! So thrilled to hear you enjoyed the recipe, Bonnie!
This icing turned out Perfect!!!!! So easy, so tasty……
So glad I found this recipe! We quit buying canned frosting because of the unhealthy oils.My husband loves it! Thank you so much.
You are so welcome, Debra! I’m glad you enjoyed the frosting recipe!
My sisters and I used these same ingredients… in an old recipe learned from my mother. Only difference is we never measured the ingredients and had to beat it by hand! Truly a delicious frosting and much easier using a mixer. Glad I tried your version!
I’m so thrilled you enjoyed it, Laurie!
It was PERFECT. I used a little buttermilk.
Perfect frosting! Thank you.
You are so welcome, Rita! I’m thrilled you enjoyed it!
Perfection. It was very quick and the perfect consistency. I used almond milk and it was still perfect.
Awesome! I’m thrilled you enjoyed the recipe!
Wow! Literally 5 minutes and 6 ingredients stand between you and the best chocolate buttercream icing you ever tasted!
YES! So thrilled you enjoyed the buttercream frosting recipe, Cindy!
Best chocolate buttercream frosting ever! Not too sweet, just lovely dark chocolate flavor with just the right amount of salt. Everyone asks for this recipe.
I’m so thrilled to hear this, Morna!
OMGEEEEE!!! This icing is FANTASTIC!!!
I decided to mix it a with a hand mixer instead of using my stand mixer (which freaks out my toddler LOL) and it turned out beautifully.
Thanks for such an easy recipe! I can make a basic vanilla buttercream icing but had yet to find a chocolate one that only required cocoa powder.
This will definitely be my go-to chocolate icing from here on out, good thing too, as hubby is making my birthday cake later this month ;)
A+++, will definitely pass this along!
Woohoo! I’m SO thrilled you enjoyed the recipe, Dee!
Absolutely brilliant chocolate cream icing. Much better than bought!!Thanks for the great recipe
You are so welcome, Cheryl! I’m thrilled you enjoyed it!
This is excellent. I found it perfect in every way.
Now to find a great box cake recipe to doctor!
And whallah!
I’m so glad you enjoyed the recipe, Chris!
Amazing, quick lovely icing!! This will be my new go to icing recipe!
I’m so glad you enjoyed the recipe!
Hey can I whip this up in a thermomix?
Thanks ;)
I’ve never tried that so I’m not sure!
You can scroll all the way to the bottom to find it.
I want to frost a 9×13 cake. Does this make enough frosting to put a good thick layer on it ?
Hi Jen! In general, this will be enough to lightly frost a 9 x 13 sheet cake. For a thicker layer of frosting, I recommend doubling the recipe.
Delicious!! My only concern was the frosting seemed to dry out quickly once frosted, but that might be all homemade frostings.
Love it!
hi!
for how long can I keep this buttercream?
Hi Hanna – The buttercream frosting can be stored in an airtight container and kept in the fridge for up to five days. When ready to use, allow it to come to room temperature and mix with a spoon or electric mixer.
I don’t see how much of each ingredient I need, all I see is what you put in it. I made a 9 inch chocolate cake and I want to make this frosting. Help..
Hi Michelle – The ingredient list (and measurements) is above. :)
I LOVE this frosting!! I get so so many compliments every time I make it and it is so incredibly easy to make!
Woohoo! Love hearing this, Bethany!
Will this frost a 3 layer 9 inch cake?
I’d recommend doubling the recipe. I’d rather you have ample frosting than not enough!
No joke, the best frosting I’ve ever made. And crazy easy. It was so good I made it again the following week for a different ice cream cake. This will be my go to from now on! And I just used the leftover to sandwich between two Nilla Wafers as surprise treats for my kids. (They look like little hamburgers! And they pass the mom taste test. Score!)
Amazing! I’m so thrilled you’ve been enjoying the recipe, Tara!
Would buttermilk or skim milk work?
Hi Denise! Either should work, however, the consistency might be slightly different than if you were to use whole milk.
So much better than store bought. Worked perfectly! Loved it! Thanks for putting out this recipe!
So glad to hear this!
Sounds great and want to try this BUT I do NOT have a “paddle” attachment, I would be using a hand mixer. Does that make a difference and will I get the same results?
Hi Violet! A hand mixer works. Enjoy :)
I’ve used this recipe for years and years in my kitchen, best buttercream chocolate frosting, so creamy and yum! ( special note, do use a good quality cocoa, it does make a difference in the taste, so take it from me, been cooking for over 60 years, you’ll love it , JOY
So true about the cocoa powder, Joy!
Melts in your mouth! Everyone loved it!
So glad you enjoyed it, Susan!
This was amazing! I used 1/2 cocoa + 1/4 dark chocolate cocoa (to deepen the color and cut sweetness). I also, subbed the milk and used half and half, I had to add about another 1/4 cup of the half and half. This was an incredible base recipe. It was super light and fluffy.
I’m thrilled you enjoyed the recipe, Ashley!
What are the measurements of the ingredients please mention that too.
Hi there! The ingredient list and directions are underneath the last image of this post. :)
Glad to find this recipe. Store bought doesn’t actually taste like chocolate.
Is it supposed to be so liquidy?
Hi Ana! I’m not sure what could have happened with your frosting. You can add additional powdered sugar 1/4 cup at a time until the frosting reaches your desired consistency.
Made this today and it’s super delicious! Finger licking good. Thank you.
You are so welcome, Elizabeth!
I would love to try this recipe out, as I plan to make sugar cookies for Halloween tomorrow for my kids. I do not have unsalted butter on hand however, would the Blue bonnet kind be okay to use? And just not add in the salt you did for yours to balance it out that way?
*I will rate this recipe once I make it*
Hi Alicia! Yes, I would recommend leaving out the 1/4 teaspoon salt.
Can you use 2% milk instead of whole milk?
Sure!
Tastes REALLY GOOD! Will make it again. My nana had the same recipe. Brings back alot of memories… Thanks for the post!!
You are so welcome, Amey! I’m so glad you enjoyed the recipe!
Yummy, quick & easy… LUV IT]
So glad to hear you enjoyed the buttercream frosting recipe, Bev!
Quick, easy & yummy
So good! So easy!
Thank you!!
You are so welcome, Patricia!
Hi. Thank you for sharing this. However i cant find the measurement of each ingredients.. like how many cups.. tq.
Hi there! The ingredient list and directions are underneath the last image of this post.
Does this hold up out of the fridge or does it need to be refrigerated?
Hi Jen! The frosting can be stored in an airtight container and kept in the fridge for up to five days. When ready to use, allow it to come to room temperature and mix with a spoon or electric mixer.
This chocolate buttercream frosting recipe is exactly what I want! Thank you for sharing.
I tapped on the link for two-tone piped frosting, but arrived at a weird eBay site????
I’ll try again.
Thanks again for the choc b/c recipe! It’s perfect.
The recipe as is left too much of the bitterness from the cocoa for my taste. I added some more confectioners sugar until the sweetness overpowered the bitterness. Added a tiny bit more milk and continued to mix it. Turned out great!!
I’m glad you enjoyed it, Sara!
Hi there, This recipe has me curious because it sounds too good to be true! I used to bake in a professional kitchen where we always made swiss meringue buttercream to frost cakes. Will this buttercream hold up for piping?
Absolutely, Erin! It pipes really well :)
I just made it but it’s still a little grinded how to make it smoother
Hi Felicia – Did you beat it for the time specified in the recipe?
Family loved the frosting!!!
Excellent! So glad to hear this, April!
Just made this and it tastes so good! Thank you for this recipe :)
You are so welcome, Cathy!
The vanilla flavor came out VERY strong, but that MAY be because we used some um… aged vanilla extract. We’ll try it again with fresh and using half the amount you’ve recorded here and post again.
That would likely be the cause! Be sure the cap on your vanilla extract is tight after each use, and store in a cool, dark, and dry area. Looking forward to hearing your results the second time around!
5 stars. The. Best. Buttercream frosting ever!
Thank you so much, Stephanie! I’m so glad you enjoyed the recipe. :)
Delicious & so easy! It taste like the chocolate on an almond joy bar. Yum!
I’m so glad you enjoyed the recipe, Kathy!
Quickest! Best ever buttercream recipe I’ve ever made!! TQ for sharing your recipe. This will be My to go chocolate buttercream from now on. Only used 2 cups of icing/confectioner’s sugar. And follow the rest of recipe as stated! Easy to ice the cake and taste delicious!!
Wow! Love hearing this, Dina! I’m so glad you enjoyed the recipe. :)
I’m still testing this recipe, based on my research and the replies, the recipe seems pretty tasty and creative. Thank you for sharing this wonderful recipe with us!
– Desiree
You are so welcome, Desiree!
So easy to make. And was delighted with this!
I’m so thrilled to hear this, Melissa!
Delicious.
Tried chocolate buttercream frosting and give it 5 stars.
I’m so glad you enjoyed the recipe, Sally!
This is a fast and yummy frosting, loved it!
So glad!
Beautiful icing! I wish I could post a picture of my cake. This will be my go to recipe always! Thank you for sharing!
You are so welcome, Ashley! I’m so glad you enjoyed the recipe :)
Very easy frosting to make – made it for my Granddaughter birthday ❤️
Happy birthday to your granddaughter, Brenda!
Will this frost a 13 x 9 sheet cake? Thank you
Hi Karen! It really depends on how much frosting you prefer, but in general, this will be enough to lightly frost a 9 x 13 sheet cake. If you prefer a thicker layer of frosting I recommend doubling the recipe. I hope that helps!
And for those of us who do not own a stand mixer, either because of the expense, the amount of baking we do or because we have always done just fine with a hand mixer, this recipe works just fine.
This was easy to make and turned out superb! Thanks so much!
You are so welcome, Jackie!
This frosting was AMAZING! I was wondering how I should store it! Thanks so much for this amazing recipe.
Hi Cami! The frosting can be stored in an airtight container and kept in the fridge for up to five days. When ready to use, allow it to come to room temperature and mix with a spoon or electric mixer.
I usually don’t post comments, I just read them. This frosting is delicious, easy and it makes just the right amount. Thank you Kelly!
I am so glad you enjoyed the recipe, Ann! And thank you so much for taking the time to comment!
I made this frosting tonight to put on my yellow cake. My family and I LOVED it!!!
So glad to hear this, Shavonne!
Wow! This is so easy and super tasty! Can’t wait to make it again. Use fresh and good quality cocoa powder-I used Ghirardelli and it was sublime!
Love to hear this, Constance! I’m thrilled you enjoyed the recipe :)
THANK YOU! Honestly, this is THE best chocolate frosting I’ve ever put in my mouth! I’m not a cook by any means, but I can bake! Cakes, pies, tartes, turnovers…even breads of all kinds. Even with all that knowledge and technique, I bought frosting. From the grocery store. In a can. About a year ago though, a guy who works with my husband gave me the recipe for a strawberry cake with homemade strawberry buttercream frosting. After making that and now this, I WILL NEVER buy frosting from the store again!!!
Wow! Thank you so much, Emily!
Delicious frosting mmmm…thank you!! So nice and fluffy!
Hi, I have a child coming to my son’s birthday party that is allergic to cow protein, can I substitute milk for Almond beverage instead?
Hi Alex – I haven’t tried that substitution so I’m not sure. Let me know if you give it a shot!
I used your recipe and it was delicious. I like that its not overly sweet. Thanks for sharing.
I made it and it turned out wonderful, I like that its not real sweet. My grandson wanted a cake but I didn’t want to run to the grocery store for the frosting. I will definitely use this recipe again, It was delicious. Thanks for sharing.
I’m so glad you enjoyed the recipe, Lannie!
Unwanted company coming tomorrow night, found out 3 hours ago. Made a simple white cupcake with your chocolate buttercream icing – perfection! I subbed in some Bailey’s Irish Cream into the milk. This is the go to recipe when you don’t have whipping cream or time to spare! Thank you for sharing it with us!
If you haven’t bookmarked this – do it!
Cheers, Greg
I’m thrilled you enjoyed the recipe, Greg!
Hi there!
Question can I substitute the cocoa powder with dark chocolate instead and can I substitute the butter with coconut oil as well?
I only have these two ingredients as a butter and cocoa powder replacements the rest in the recipe i have at home especially if i am making devils food cupcakes.
Hi William! I haven’t tried those substitutions so I’m not sure. Let me know if you give it a shot!
I am excited to make this recipe because it DOES NOT call for 2 or even 4 sticks of butter as meringue butter cream does. I just can’t justify so much butter. Your butter amount is just right and would not cause an instant heart attack as butter cream meringue frosting surely would. lol
Love your website. Your cupcake decorations are so adorable and seem possible for those of us whose artistic ability went missing at birth. I have a cooking website, but I do NOT decorate. Now I feel brave enough to try a few of your ideas.
Ha! If I can do it, you can do it! :)
This buttercream recipe is AMAZING + DELICIOUS
THANK YOU FOR THIS RECIPE
You are so welcome!
Just made this frosting today, OMG, it turned out AMAZING!!! So good and creamy and so easy to make! No more store bought for me… I think the people who have the grainy texture either didn’t mix it long enough or used old conf sugar. Make sure it mixes for at least 4 minutes at high speed…
Woohoo! Love hearing this, Beth!
I unfortunately don’t have a hands free mixer, only a hand held plug in wisker. Would it still work?
Hi there, Cheyanne! A hand mixer should work. Enjoy!
Fantastic and so easy to make!
Sup simple and VERY good!
Excellent recipe! Not too sweet, and very creamy. Perfect with my yellow cupcakes!
So glad you enjoyed it, Morna!
AWESOME AND EASY!!!!!
Am i missing something? Where are the measurements?? Lol
Hi Jess – The ingredient list and directions are underneath the last image of this post.
Hi, I tried your recipe tonight, it was very good!
I’m so glad you enjoyed it, LaDonna!
Came across your recipe and read the comments so would love to make it but can you give me measurements in grams please.
Thank you
Regards
Riffat
Hi there! I don’t measure my ingredients in grams, but perhaps you’ll find this conversion table helpful: http://dish.allrecipes.com/cup-to-gram-conversions/
I found it way too sweet and way too grainy. Overall wasn’t too pleased with it— don’t think i’ll be making it again. On the plus side, it was very simple!
Hi there! I’m not sure what could’ve happened with your frosting. Did you beat it for the time specified in the recipe? Feel free to email me (kelly@justataste.com) and I’d be happy to help you troubleshoot.
Worked really well. Taste really good
Fabulous chocolate frosting! And oh so easy with ingredients I always have on hand! Thank you so much!
I’m so glad you enjoyed the buttercream frosting recipe, Lisa!
Amazing!!!
Delicious!
I think Grandma’s recipe just got replaced! This is Amazing! Loved that is is so easy to make.
Wow! I am SO thrilled you enjoyed the recipe, Trish!
I enjoyed making this frosting/icing. It was best without the salt, i added more confectioners sugar and it all balanced out.
I am going to keep this recipe and use it often.
I’m so glad you enjoyed the buttercream recipe, Brian!
If you use salted butter, do you still need a 1/4 tsp. salt?
Hi Donna! If using salted butter, I would recommend leaving out the 1/4 teaspoon salt.
It was too salty when I added the salt. So I added about a 1/4 cup of powdered sugar to even out the sweetness to the saltiness. It worked. The salt isn’t necessary but it is a good recipe.
Thanks so much for your feedback, Josie!
Thank you soooo much for the recipe. It was heavenly.
I did halve all ingredients and sweetened it with confectioner’s erythritol – not sure how much I used, I kept adding and tasting until it was perfect.
The consistency came out wonderful. I used it to decorate a white cake and was very happy when a couple of teaspoons were left over.
You are so welcome, Diana! I’m glad you enjoyed it!
This was just as good as a complicated version that takes me an hour to make! This will be the frosting I make from now on, quick but delicious! Thanks :)
Love hearing this, Judith!
this was the best frosting so far it is worth 5 stars
I’m so glad you enjoyed it, Kathy!
It was great. I added a little bit more butter for a creamier texture. Thanks!
I made this for the first time and my husband love it. Now this is the only one I will make Thank you for the recipe
I’m so thrilled to hear this, Shirley!
This recipe is probably the only reason my family still loves me, lol
Thanks for this recipe. It was perfect!
You are so welcome, Laura! I’m so glad you enjoyed it!
Thank you for sharing. Comes out perfect everytime. Kids and Grandkids love it.
So glad to hear you’ve been enjoying the recipe, Donna!
Thanks for this recipe. Came out perfectly .
I love chocolate, and this is the best chocolate icing recipe ever. As a plus, it’s also the easiest and quickest to make. I made a chocolate chiffon cake for my wife for Mother’s Day and this was a perfect finishing touch.
I’m SO thrilled you enjoyed the buttercream recipe, Mike!
Best Chocolate Icing recipe ever! However I would like to say that if you make this add much more powdered sugar, I added 4 1/3 cup and it was perfect!
I’m so glad you enjoyed the recipe, Sophia!
Wow i just saw this recipe from one of the video on facebook while watching it i thought this looks easy and even the ingredients are easy to find in the pantry.. I love it very moist not crazy sweet and we almost finish it and its not even fully chill yet hahaha..
thank you so much..ill save this recipe..
So glad you enjoyed the recipe!
Best chocolate buttercream I have ever tasted! Real butter, lots of vanilla and salting as noted or to taste really make this great!
Thank you so much, Marie! I’m so glad you enjoyed the recipe!
Deliscious! And quite straightforward. Loved it!
Great recipe easy and delicious!
Will this frost a two layer cake or do I need to double it
Hi Stacey! I’d recommend doubling the recipe. I’d rather you have ample frosting than not enough.
So easy and tastes so good!
Thrilled to hear this, Ina!
Quick, easy, yummy.
So easy and so good. I only had 1/2 cup of cocoa powder, but it still turned out great. Will definitely use again.
I’m so glad you enjoyed the recipe, Andrea!
This is an amazing recipe! Turns out so beautiful and taste delicious! Thank you for sharing!
You are so welcome, Abbie! I’m so glad you enjoyed it!
To me, too much cocoa and salt. I would cut the salt completely out or no more than 1/8 tsp and cut the cocoa in half. I added a little over a cup of confectioners sugar and 1/3 cup more milk. Still a little salty testing, but next time I’ll know.
Hi Jane – I’ve never experienced that, did you use unsalted butter? But feel free to leave out the salt next time :)
Delicious and super easy and quick to make! I decided last minute to bake a cake so I used the microwave on low power to soften my butter. Chocolate buttercream is my favorite and it turned out the perfect! Thank you!
Awesome! So thrilled you enjoyed the recipe, Sally!
Perhaps I’m a dufus, but I would have expected you to specify sifting the powdered ingredients, and I double and triple-checked that you hadn’t. So, while the flavor is nice, I’m frustrated by the lumps. I ended up using the whisk attachment to smooth it out as much as possible, but still…lumps. Next time I’ll know to sift the ingredients
I’m glad you enjoyed the flavor of this recipe, Darlene! And feel free to sift your ingredients in the future :)
Great icing for my dark choc. Brownies.
It took about 10 min. since it was a last min. decision.
Had to soften butter & get out my hand mixer. Not rich enough for a stand mixer.
It turned out great & will make again for cake soon.
Thnx for this recipe.
So glad you enjoyed the recipe, Rita!
This is a fantastic frosting! Thank you!!!
You are so welcome, Lori!
Oh my good this was the first time I’ve ever made home made frosting and it came out so pretty and perfect thank you so much for sharing your recipe with us I will be using all of them.
I’m so glad you enjoyed the recipe, Crystal!
Tastes great!
I’m thrilled you enjoyed the buttercream, Ally!
Awesome!!
This looks like the perfect filling for a French macaron! Will this harden up a bit if it is chilled?
Hi Jo! Yes, it’ll firm up slightly if it’s chilled in the fridge :)
With this thicken up, mine came out a little runny, not bad but not as thick as store bought. Thanks
Hi Brenda! To reach your desired consistency you can add additional powdered sugar 1/4 cup at a time. Hope that helps!
FINALLY!! A chocolate icing recipe that doesn’t taste of icing sugar! Reminiscent of the icing my Mom used to make that I’ve never been able to replicate. Thanks so much for posting!!
You are so welcome, Kirsten! I’m so glad you enjoyed the recipe :)
This tastes AMAZING!!! Thanks!
I’m so glad you enjoyed it!
Excellent!!! Taste better than the store brand.
1000% agree! I’m so glad you enjoyed the recipe, Nelly!
Didnt have a stand mixer so used a hand mixer. Used 2% instead of whole milk. It came out fine.
Thanks so much for your notes, Ron! I’m thrilled you enjoyed the recipe!
What if I only have 1% milk do I use the same measuremt?
Yes!
Yum
how big of a cake does the frosting cover
Hi Jon! It really depends on how much frosting you use, but in general, it takes about 2 1/2 to 3 cups of icing to generously fill and frost a two-layer 9-inch cake. I hope that helps!
I had to triple check to make sure I had added only 1/4 tsp of salt. It was incredibly salty. I had to add a lot more sugar to try and make it less salty. Aside from that, it is delicious.
Hi Jessica – I have never experienced that issue before. Did you use unsalted butter?
This was amazing, I will never buy store bought icing again! It was fast, easy, and tastes fantastic. Its rich, creamy and has loads of chocolate. Thanks for another great recipe!!! I’m an 11 year old baker and from know on this is my go to chocolate recipe.
Love hearing this, Grace! I’m so glad you enjoyed the recipe!
I just made this frosting today. I have made a lot of frosting recipes and this is by far the best one! Followed the recipe exactly and came out perfect. Didn’t have to add more or less of anything. Thanks for the great recipe. This will definitely be my go to frosting recipe. Do you happen to have a vanilla frosting recipe? Thanks
Wow! So thrilled to hear you enjoyed this recipe, Lisa! And here’s a link to my Easy Buttercream Frosting recipe: https://www.justataste.com/video-easy-buttercream-frosting-recipe/
Used this on a chocolate Grooms cake. It made nice chocolate roses and leaves. It was ooo’d over as much as the brides cake. . This is the only chocolate buttercream I use.
Amazing! I’m so glad you’re enjoying the recipe, Carol!
This buttercream tastes like heaven!!
I’m thrilled you enjoyed it!
Hi Kelly, I have tried butter frosting many times and always I got a grainy output. So I have stopped making it anymore. Instead I am using cream cheese butter frosting which comes out great every time well for me. But reading the comments hear I wish to try it once more. My question is have you any time experienced the grainy output, if yes how did you overcome it. Thanks for your time. Eagerly waiting to try out your receipe.
Hi Sindhu – Be sure to read my tips above for how to whip up this fool-proof recipe. Looking forward to hearing your results!
Fast!!! Easy!!!! Licked the spatula bowl and beaters!!!!
The best! I needed a fast chocolate buttercream frosting and came across this. Love, love, love! Will never make any other!
Thanks so much for your comment, Jane! I’m so glad you enjoyed the recipe :)
This is the best chocolate frosting I’ve ever made, and I am a 60 year old baker. I used a high quality organic cocoa powder which made it so dark and rich! I used it on a chocolate mayonnaise cake for Valentine’s Day and it was amazing! My go-to recipe from now on.
Wow! Thank you so much for your comment, Susan! I’m so glad to hear you enjoyed the recipe.
Very good and easy to make
I’d basically made this long ago, before very many cans/mixes were around. I love it – would make a bit more for a double layer 9 inch cake.. My favorite besides great taste, I can add more liquid or more sugar or even cocoa to thin or thicken it a bit.
Can I use salted Butter?
Hi Linda – It will alter the flavor, but it should work. And I would recommend leaving out the 1/4 teaspoon salt.
This frosting is amazing!! I just discovered this recipe a week ago and I’ve already made it twice lol . Both times it was for a yellow birthday cake for 2 different people at 2 different venues. So all in all about 20 different people tried it and every single person raved about it! Thanks so much for sharing!
Amazing! So glad you enjoyed the recipe, Dan!
Hi Kelly, just wondering, would this buttercream hold up if I plan to put fondant on top?
Thanks!
Hi Marilyn – I’ve never tried that so I’m not sure what the result would be. Let me know if you give it a shot!
Hi Marilyn! I’ve never tried this recipe as a base under fondant so I’m not entirely sure. I THINK it would work, but let me know if you give it a shot!
Loved thus recipe but failed to realize I didn’t have any milk. I substituted southern butter pecan creamer! Was worth a shot since everything was already mixing. Wow it was a blessing in disguise. Absolutely delicious!
YUM! So glad you enjoyed the recipe, Monica!
Loved this quick easy recipe! Wasn’t sure if it would ice an entire cake so increased all ingredients by 1/2. But there was plenty and then some. I was trying to use up some stock items so used (1/2) half&half and (1/2) 1% Milk, and used (1/2) double dark cocoa and (1/2) reg unsweetened cocoa and it was creamy and rich and decadent! This will definitely be my go to choc frosting recipe forever!
LOVE hearing this Cindy! Thanks so much for your comment!
Can I substitute 1% milk? Or I also have half and half. And once cake is frosted does it need to be refrigerated?
Hi Suzanne – Either should work, however the consistency might be slightly different than if you were to use whole milk. And a buttercream-covered cake can be stored at room temperature for two to three days. Enjoy!
I made a buttercream frosting cake it melted and started to disfigure when left outside and I had to refrigerate it..
For a kick I substituted 1/2 of the vanilla for lemon, added a few grates of ginger for an elegant surprise. Yummy.
Love those additions, Kween! Thrilled you enjoyed the recipe :)
Lovely icing. I’ve tried many, and this one lends itself well to piping and frosting with a spatula. It’s much smoother than the Wilton recipe which can be very thick and difficult to pipe.
Thrilled you enjoyed the buttercream recipe, Sabina!
Best chocolate frosting ever! You have to understand that I have always been a person more into the cake than the frosting, and this frosting makes me swoon!
Brilliant, brilliant, brilliant! Thanks for sharing! Can’t believe it only uses 6TBS of butter!
Wow! Thank you so much for your comment, Christine! I’m so thrilled you enjoyed this recipe :)
I made it and it was delicious, my family loved it!
Thrilled to hear this, Hans! Thanks so much for rating the recipe!
Hi There, can I use all purpose cream as a substitute for milk. I’m planning to bake vanilla cupcakes then this icing recipe would be a perfect combo
Hi there! I’ve never tried that but it should work :)
Highly recommend. Very easy, rich and tasty. I added a nice quenelle (more like a good dollop!) to a slice of chocolate sponge. Yum!
Thrilled you enjoyed the recipe, Gill!
Hi! Haven’t tried this yet but was wondering if you made it ahead of time how long could you keep it in the fridge before using it?
Thanks!
Hi Rena! The frosting can be stored in an airtight container and kept in the fridge for up to five days. When ready to use, allow it to come to room temperature and mix with a spoon or electric mixer.
Would this recipe work to frost sugar cookies?
Absolutely!
Hi!! This looks delicious! Can I use almond milk or a dairy free milk? How do you think the texture would turn out? What about a dairy free whipped topping?
Hi Marilyn! I haven’t tried that substitution so I’m not sure what the texture would be like. Would love to hear your results if you give it a shot!
Can you use imperial margarine?
Hi Barb! You could use the stick variety (versus margarine in a tub), however, the taste and texture will likely be altered.
how many cupcakes will this frost?
Hi Priya! It really depends on the size of the cupcake and how much frosting you use, but it should frost 1 1/2 – 2 dozen cupcakes.
Was super hungry and craving sweets best food ever
So glad you enjoyed it, Karen!
what kind of milk are you using? powdered? fresh milk? what brand ? pls specify
Whole milk!
Honestly the easiest and creamiest soft buttercream I’ve ever made! You won’t need another!!! Really happy I found this recipe. I used my food processor and it was no mess and super fast!
Love hearing this, Nikki! Thrilled you enjoyed the buttercream :)
I don’t have an electric mixer can I use a whisk ???
You could but it just may not be as smooth!
yummy! i made it for my mums birthday! (on a cake of course!)
So glad you enjoyed the buttercream, Jemima!
Can you convert the ingredients into grams (g) instead of cups please to make it easier for me to make? – Thank You!
Hi there! I do not measure my ingredients in grams, however, here is a link to a conversion table you may find helpful: http://dish.allrecipes.com/cup-to-gram-conversions/
This is the best recipe I’ve used! I used it on a layer cake (2x 9inch pans). Was the perfect amount. Easy and delicious.
Thrilled you enjoyed the buttercream, Karen!
Can I use icing sugar instead of confectioner sugar…???
Hi Fiza – Yes, because icing sugar is just another name for powdered or confectioners’ sugar.
How long can I keep it in the refrigerator.
Do you mean the baked pastries?
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In order to make it less sweet, can you up the cocoa content and reduce the sugar content to taste?
Yes you could try that!
Delicious
If I use salted butter, would I simply omit the salt from the recipe? I don’t have unsalted butter but really want to make this when I get home before my husband gets home.
That should work!
Is this recipe easy to pipe on cupcakes?
Absolutely! It pipes really well :)
I’ve been trying to find a good recipe for chocolate butter cream frosting.
When I made it, I.thought is was.way to tight, so I added a little more milk.
It was.perfect! Great recipe! Delicious.
So glad you enjoyed the recipe, Jim!
Mine seems runny what could I do to thicken it up without making it too sweet
Hi Adrienne – You can add additional powdered sugar 1/4 cup at a time until the frosting reaches your desired consistency.
Its my first time baking cupcakes and chose to make this recipe for the frosting it’s so good and yummy but since its my first time i don’t know if i got the texture or frosting right. It seems like it’s so thick the texture is not soft. So maybe i done it wrong or what can i add to make it a little bit soft? Thank you but this is so good when it comes to taste.
Hi Rosalie! I’m not sure what could’ve happened with your frosting. Did you beat it for the time specified in the recipe?
As I’m dairy free I used Earth Balance dairy free butter and full fat coconut milk. It’s perfect!
Excellent! Thanks so much for your notes, Alana!
Will the amount in your recipe be enough to cover a two layer cake (right or nine inch pans)?
Hi there, Denyse! I’d recommend doubling the recipe. I’d rather you have ample frosting than not enough.
It was awesome
So glad you enjoyed it, Kim!
Tried this. Excellent recipe!!
Thrilled you enjoyed the recipe!
Would this be good for spice cake
Absolutely!
Easy and delicious. Thanks,
Thrilled you enjoyed it!
I don’t have any unsalted butter. Can I use salted butter and just eliminate the 1/4 tsp of salt?
Hi William – It will alter the flavor, but it should work.
This was absolutely heavenly! I made it for a birthday party and everyone loved it. The consistency was perfect, and the taste not overpowered by chocolate flavor. Thanks for the recipe!
So thrilled you enjoyed the recipe, Parvis!
I decided to change my go-to chocolate buttercream because I had no shortening and found this recipe. One word – DIVINE! I normally don’t eat much of my baking but with this buttercream topping my cupcakes I couldn’t help myself. I am so in love with the perfect balance in flavor and the ease of creating such a phenomenal buttercream. It really is the best and omg so perfect for piping!!! Thank you!!! Now all I need is a new chocolate cupcake recipe.
So glad you enjoyed it!
It’s absaulotely delicious Thankyou for the recipe it’s amazing
So glad you enjoyed the recipe, Natasha!
Can I use low fat milk? That’s all I have on hand…
Hi Casey! That should work, however the consistency might be slightly different than if you were to use whole milk.
Do you have a similar recipe for people who have diabetes type 2?
Thank you!
Hi Suzanne! We’re working on providing nutritional information for our recipes. Stay tuned!
Interesting , i wanna try this recipe . thank you
You are so welcome, Vilma! Enjoy!
How many cupcakes does this frost? An estimate is fine too.
Hi there, May! It really depends on the size of the cupcake and how much frosting you use, but it should frost 1 1/2 – 2 dozen cupcakes.
Will it be enough to frost a 2 layer 9 inch cake ?
Hi Harini! I’d recommend doubling the recipe. I’d rather you have ample frosting than not enough. :)
Hi there
Please could you give me the ingredients list in grams. Many thanks
Hi Rosemarie – Here is a conversion chart you may find helpful: http://dish.allrecipes.com/cup-to-gram-conversions/
Absolutely wicked recipie. Everybody that tried it thought I had cheated and bought betty crockers tub.thank you i will never buy store bought again.
Awesome! So glad you enjoyed it, Tanya!
I really want to try this icing but notice you call for a stand mixer. I only have a small hand mixer. Is there any reason why this shouldn’t work?
Hi there, Irene! A hand mixer should work. Enjoy! :)
Can I make this frosting without electric beater
You could but it just may not be as smooth!
Does it pipe easily??
Yes!
I just made this frosting but I used 1% milk instead of whole milk ,I made it to put on brownies that I made ,I love this frosting so good and creamy , thank you for sharing this.
Diann
So glad you enjoyed the recipe, Diann!
Best chocolate buttercream recipe, a new stable in my kitchen, so fast and easy to make. Thank you for this recipe totally in love!!
So glad you enjoyed it, Melissa!
I’m a dark chocolate lover and used dark chocolate cocoa powder. Never again will I buy store bought chocolate frosting
Awesome! So glad you enjoyed the recipe, Brenda. :)
I love this recipe. It’s my go-to for chocolate buttercream frosting that I use for my go-to chocolate cake. Last time I used it, people asked if I made cupcakes for a living!
Wow! I’m so happy to hear you’re enjoying the recipe, Danielle :)
Loving this recipe!
Can you freeze the leftovers?
Thanks, Anè! I’ve never tried freezing the leftovers so I’m not sure what the texture would be like after defrosting/re-whipping it.
Easy to make, spreads easily, delicious!! Thanks
So glad you enjoyed the recipe, Miriam!
I don’t have stand mixer, i only have hand mixer can it work for that frosting?
That should work!
Tried this recipe, it was excellent, well received. I made the icing without the chocolate, used half for white cake then added 1/3 cup powdered chocolate for the chocolate cake. Everyone loved it.
So glad you enjoyed it, Donna!
Strange question for you! I want to ice my cupcakes with both vanilla and chocolate buttercream frosting. Can I make the vanilla icing, use half, and then add the cocoa powder to make the chocolate??? Or do I have to make 2 different batches?
Thanks so much,
Hi Denise! I’m not sure if that would work because mixing cocoa powder into already mixed frosting could result in a strange texture that isn’t as smooth as ideal.
Just made this and absolutely loved it, thank you.
Nice post. pics are inspiring! ♥
Thanks so much, Michele! So glad you enjoyed the recipe :)
Delicious, creamy, chocolately perfection! Thanks for sharing!
So glad you enjoyed the recipe, Kaye!
Could I use coconut oil instead of butter. Thank you
I haven’t tried that substitution, Maria, so I’m not sure what the texture would be like.
I don’t have a stand up mixer I only have the hand mixer ,will the hand held one do the same thing as the stand up one? thank you for sharing your recipes.
That should work, but you’ll want to scrape down the sides as needed. Enjoy!
PERFECTION!