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Rich Mocha Buttercream Frosting Recipe
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Rich Mocha Buttercream Frosting Recipe
- Amount
- 3 cups
- Prep Time
- 20 min
- Skill Level
- Beginner
- Total Time
- 20 min
For coffee-lovers, there's no better combination than mocha frosting topping off rich chocolate cake. The espresso flavor will add a kick to any dessert.
Ingredients
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- 1/2 cup solid vegetable shortening
- 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, softened
- 1 ounce unsweetened chocolate, melted
- 1 tablespoon espresso powder or instant coffee
- 4 cups powdered sugar (confectioners' sugar)
- 2 tablespoons milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
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- Electric hand mixer or stand mixer
- Spatula
Instructions
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Notes:
- Keep frosting covered with a damp cloth until ready to use. For best results, keep the frosting bowl in the refrigerator when not in use.
- Substitute unsweetened chocolate square for 1/3 cup of dutch processed cocoa powder when in a pinch. You may need to add additional liquid to maintain the light and fluffy consistency.
- Instant coffee or espresso that comes in granules should be ground to a fine texture or dissolved in the milk before adding to the frosting.
- Keep in mind that powders and spices tend to create stiff frosting, so adding more milk may be needed to achieve a spreading consistency.
- To Store: Refrigerate for 2 weeks or freeze for up to 3 months in an airtight container. Bring the frosting back to room temperature and re-whip before using.
How To
How to Make Flavored Buttercream Frosting
Wondering how to take your cake to the next level? Up your frosting intensity with flavor! From traditional vanilla extract to gin or whiskey, this list of buttercream flavor add-ins makes it easy and fun to experiment in the kitchen.