Description
Chocolate Whipped Cream Frosting is a light, fluffy, and rich frosting perfect for topping cakes, cupcakes, or enjoying as a dip. It’s made with just a few ingredients and comes together quickly.
Ingredients
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- 1 cup heavy whipping cream
- 1/4 cup powdered sugar
- 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Chill a mixing bowl and beaters in the freezer for 10–15 minutes.
- In the chilled bowl, add heavy whipping cream, powdered sugar, cocoa powder, and vanilla extract.
- Beat on medium-high speed until stiff peaks form, about 3–5 minutes.
- Use immediately to frost cakes, cupcakes, or serve as a dip. Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 2 days.
Notes
- For a sweeter frosting, increase powdered sugar to 1/3 cup.
- Make sure cream is cold for best whipping results.
- Do not overbeat or it may turn into chocolate butter.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tbsp
- Calories: 90
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 5mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 25mg