How to Make the Best Chocolate Buttercream Frosting

unsalted butter

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Coconut oil is a healthier fat alternative, while margarine can be more budget-friendly.

powdered sugar

🥗Healthier: coconut sugar

💰Cheaper: granulated sugar

Coconut sugar has a lower glycemic index, while granulated sugar is often less expensive.

Start with 1.5 cups of unsalted room temperature butter in a stand mixer.

Mix the butter on medium speed until creamy, then increase to high for at least five minutes until fluffy and doubled in volume.

Scrape down the sides of the bowl to ensure even mixing.

Add 0.5 cups of cocoa powder and 3/4 teaspoon of salt, mixing until well combined.

Scrape the bowl again to ensure no streaks of butter remain.

Add 1.5 teaspoons of vanilla extract and mix until incorporated.

Gradually add 6 cups of powdered sugar, starting with one cup at a time, mixing on low to combine.

Cooking Techniques

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