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    Chocolate Fudge Frosting

    March 25, 2022 by Lee 1 Comment This post may contain affiliate sales links.

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    This Chocolate Fudge Frosting is silky smooth decadence in every spoonful. No one would ever know it contains zero milk and can easily be vegan chocolate frosting! As always, it’s gluten free, eggless and nut free too!

    Looking at the dark paste of the the chocolate fudge frosting.

    This vegan chocolate frosting is so incredibly fudgey and gooey; it’s a dream come true! 

    With only 5 ingredients it is so easy to whip up to use on all your fav baked goods!

    If you’re looking for more frosting and dip recipes, try Vegan Strawberry Buttercream Frosting, Vegan Raspberry Buttercream Frosting and Cookies & Cream Dip.   

    Looking at the intricate dance of ribbons of chocolate frosting on cake.

    Reasons To Love This Frosting 

    • Allergy Friendly- This recipe is gluten free, nut free, egg free and easily dairy free (vegan). 
    • Smooth & Creamy- This chocolate frosting is so fudgey and silky!
    • Easy to Make- Whips up in one bowl with only 5 ingredients!
    Butter, vanilla, sugar, cocoa and water.

    Ingredient Notes

    • Butter/Vegan Baking Stick- Make sure to use softened and not melted. Melted will make the frosting runny and it won’t even be fixed by putting it in the fridge.
    • Cocoa Powders- I like to use two types but if you only want to use one, use Dutch or Natural Unsweetened.
    • Water- This frosting uses water instead of milk!
    Chocolate Fudge Frosting sits between the layers of Golden Cake.

    Expert Baking Tips

    Using Two Types of Cocoa Powder 

    People ask how I get my chocolate desserts to be so dark. The secret is in that bit of dark cocoa powder.

    Using two types of cocoa powder creates a richer color and flavor, which I am obsessed with!

    However, keep in mind that cocoa powder is quite dry. Dark is even drier than Dutch or Natural Unsweetened. 

    If you only used the dark cocoa powder, your desserts would be way too dry and bitter.

    Therefore, if you don’t have both types of cocoa powder on hand, just use either the Dutch or Natural Unsweetened. 

    If you only use the one type, keep in mind that your frosting won’t be as dark as mine is. 

    Cream the Butter or Vegan Baking Stick

    You could technically put all the ingredients in the bowl together and beat them at the same time.

    However, this can leave chunks of butter or vegan baking stick throughout the frosting.

    Your best bet is to beat the softened butter/vegan baking stick first until it is smooth and creamy for about two minutes. 

    Then beat in all the other ingredients.

    Spreading chocolate fudge frosting on a dark rainbow sprinkled cake.

    Step by Step Instructions 

    Here are the steps to make this frosting! 

    Step 1: Cream the butter/vegan baking stick 

    In the large bowl of an electric mixer or using a hand held mixer, beat the softened butter or vegan baking stick until smooth and creamy. About 2 minutes.

    Step 2: Add in the Vanilla  

    Add in the vanilla and beat until combined.

    Step 3: Whisk the cocoa powders 

    If using two types of cocoa powder, put them in a bowl and whisk to combine. 

    If using only one type of cocoa powder, skip this step.

    Step 3: Add in the remaining ingredients half at a time

    With the mixer on low speed, slowly add in half the confectioners’ sugar, half the mixed cocoa powders and half the water. Beat until combined.

    Then add in the second half of the ingredients and beat until combined again and smooth. 

    A bowl filled with swirls of chocolate frosting.

    How to Make this vegan 

    Follow these simple steps to make sure the frosting is vegan:

    • Make sure to use vegan baking sticks instead of butter.
    • Only use pure vanilla extract to ensure it’s gluten free and vegan. 

    FAQ

    My frosting is too thick, what do I do?


    If the frosting is too thick, add more water ¼ teaspoon at a time until you get the desired consistency. 

    My frosting is too thin, what do I do?


    If the frosting is too thin, add more confectioners’ sugar, 1 tablespoon at a time until you get the desired consistency.

    Can I make this frosting ahead of time?


    You can make this frosting the night before you need to use it. 

    Store it in an airtight container or a bowl covered with plastic wrap, in the fridge.

    When ready to use, let it come to room temperature and rewhip to get that creamy consistency.

    How much frosting does this recipe make?

    This recipe makes about 5 cups of frosting.

    That should be enough for a 3-4 layer cake or 24 cupcakes.

    Chocolate cupcake with chocolate frosting and a dove heart with a bite.

    Storing and freezing 

    Storing 

    Store extra chocolate fudge frosting in an airtight container or a bowl covered in plastic wrap in the fridge for up to 3 days.

    When ready to use, let it come to room temperature on the counter and rewhip to get that creamy consistency.

    Freezing

    You can freeze the frosting for up to one month in an airtight freezer safe container.

    To defrost, put the frosting in the fridge the night before. 

    When ready to use, let it come to room temperature on the counter and rewhip to get that creamy consistency.

    Other chocolate recipes to try

    • Vegan Chocolate Pudding Pie with a dollop of whipped cream.
      Chocolate Pudding Pie
    • Five gluten free Chocolate Puff Pastry Rolls drizzled in chocolate.
      Chocolate Puff Pastry Rolls
    • Chocolate Cobbler in a crock topped with chocolate Ice Cream.
      Chocolate Cobbler

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    Don’t forget to tag me on Instagram @laneandgreyfare if you make my recipes and follow along on Pinterest! Enjoy!!! 

     

    Looking at the dark paste of the the chocolate fudge frosting.

    Chocolate Fudge Frosting

    Lee
    This Chocolate Fudge Frosting is silky smooth decadence in every spoonful. No one would ever know it contains zero milk and can easily be vegan chocolate frosting! As always, it's gluten free, eggless and nut free too! 
    5 from 1 vote
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    Prep Time 10 mins
    Cook Time 0 mins
    Total Time 10 mins
    Course Dessert
    Cuisine American
    Servings 24 Servings
    Calories 164 kcal

    Ingredients
     
     

    • 1.5 cups butter 3 sticks softened unsalted butter or vegan baking stick
    • 7 cups confectioners’ sugar
    • 2 cups cocoa powder I use 1 cup of Dutch or Natural Unsweetened and 1 cup of Dark
    • 1 cup water
    • 4 teaspoons pure vanilla extract

    Instructions
     

    • In a large bowl of an electric mixer or using a hand held mixer, beat the softened butter until it is smooth and creamy. About 2-3 minutes.
    • Add in the vanilla and beat until combined.
    • Whisk both cocoa powders together in a small bowl.  
    • With the mixer on low speed, slowly add in the half the confectioners’ sugar, cocoa powders and water and beat until combined and smooth and creamy. 
    • Add in the second half of the ingredients and beat until smooth. 

    Notes

    Storing: Store in an airtight container or a bowl covered with plastic wrap in fridge for up to 3 days. When ready to use, bring to room temperature and rewhip to get it creamy. 
    Freezing: You can freeze it in an airtight container for up to 30 days. To defrost, put in fridge overnight. When ready to use, bring to room temperature and rewhip to get creamy. 
    For Vegan: Use vegan baking sticks. 
    Makes enough frosting for a 4 layer cake or 24 cupcakes. 

    Nutrition

    Calories: 164kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 2gFat: 1gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 2mgSodium: 19mgPotassium: 131mgFiber: 3gSugar: 35gVitamin A: 25IUCalcium: 27mgIron: 1mg
    Keyword Chocolate Frosting, Dairy Free, Eggless, Fudge Frosting, Gluten Free, Nut Free, Vegan
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    1. john

      May 02, 2022 at 5:55 pm

      5 stars
      This fudge frosting is perfect for my cakes!

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