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Sometimes there's just nothing better than homemade chocolate buttercream! Like our traditional Easy Vanilla Buttercream Frosting, this light and fluffy chocolate buttercream frosting can be easily adapted for decorating or spreading. Perfect for birthday cakes, cupcakes, cookies and other treats, this homemade chocolate frosting offers a sweet and delicious finish.
Add more cocoa for a richer chocolate flavor or use cold brewed coffee instead of milk for an amazing mocha frosting. This easy chocolate frosting recipe can be prepared to a stiff, medium or thin consistency for all your decorating needs.
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