Description
This Chocolate Cream Cheese Frosting is irresistible with its creamy texture and rich flavor. Perfect for frosting cakes or cupcakes, it’s easy to make with just a few ingredients like cream cheese and cocoa powder.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 ounces cream cheese (room temperature)
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter (room temperature)
- 1 1/2 cups powdered sugar
- 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/8 teaspoon table salt
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the cream cheese and unsalted butter. Beat with a stand mixer or handheld mixer until smooth.
- Gradually add the powdered sugar, mixing on low speed until incorporated.
- Mix in the unsweetened cocoa powder, vanilla extract, and salt until fully combined.
- Scrape down the sides of the bowl and mix again to ensure a smooth consistency.
- Use the frosting immediately to top cooled cakes or cupcakes, or store it in the refrigerator for up to one week.
Notes
For a sweeter frosting, adjust the amount of powdered sugar to taste.
Make sure the cream cheese and butter are at room temperature for easier mixing.
This frosting is fantastic on chocolate or vanilla cupcakes.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg