I know, we need a little chunk of something sweet to get us through the day. And that something sweet almost constantly tastes higher when it’s covered in frosting! If your dating with frosting revolves around the store-bought version, we’re approximately to trade things. Because this recipe for self made chocolate buttercream frosting from A Cup of Sprinkles best involves ingredients.
To make chocolate buttercream frosting, you will need:
250g of dark chocolate
250g of unsalted butter
Here’s a way to do it:
Step 1: Put the chocolate and butter into a heatproof bowl.
Step 2: If the use of the microwave: microwave in 45-2d intervals, stirring in between, till the chocolate and butter have completely melted. Stir to combine. If using a bain-marie: set the bowl over a saucepan of boiling water and stir till the chocolate and butter have completely melted. Stir to combine.
Step 3: Set aside (at room temperature) to cool completely.
Step 4: Once the frosting has cooled and set, beat on medium pace the usage of a hand or stand mixer. The frosting will begin to lighten in colour and fluff up.
Step 5: Keep the frosting inside the fridge until you’re geared up to use it, beating again on low speed if the frosting isn’t soft sufficient to spread. Frost your cake or cupcakes, and dig in!