Black Buttercream Frosting

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5 from 2 votes

The best black buttercream frosting that tastes great and doesn't stain your teeth.

Course Baking, Dessert, Snack

Cuisine American, British, Canadian

Prep Time 10

Servings servings

Calories 182kcal

Author Lise Sullivan Ode

Equipment

Kitchenaid Electric Stand Mixer You don't have to have this to make this recipe but it sure does make it SO much easier.
KitchenAid Hand Mixer This hand mixer works great too and is a more affordable option
Black Cocoa Powder I found mine online.

Ingredients

1 cup unsalted butter, softened
16 ounces powdered sugar (about 4 cups)
1 cup heavy whipping cream
¼ cup cocoa powder I used Nestle
½ cup black cocoa powder
1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

In a large bowl, beat unsalted butter with an electric mixer until light and fluffy. With mixer on low, gradually beat in the powdered sugar, cream and vanilla until completely combined.
Then gradually beat in the cocoa powder with an electric mixer on low speed until combined. Then turn up to medium-high speed and beat until fluffyl
Next, add the black cocoa powder and beat on low until combined. Continue beating on medium speed until smooth. Add the black food gel to the black chocolate icing and stir until combined.

Notes

If the frosting is too thick, you can add more cream. Just add one tablespoon at a time, then mix thoroughly until you get the consistency you like. It should be smooth and shiny.

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