Recipe: Chocolate Bliss Icing
Ingredients:
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- 1/2 cup cocoa powder (high-quality, unsweetened)
- 1/4 cup heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
- 2 ounces high-quality dark chocolate, melted and cooled
Instructions:
- In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened butter until creamy and fluffy using an electric mixer.
- Sift together the powdered sugar and cocoa powder to ensure there are no lumps. Gradually add this mixture to the beaten butter, continuing to mix on low speed until well combined.
- Pour in the heavy cream and vanilla extract. Increase the mixer speed to medium and beat the ingredients until the icing becomes smooth and light.
- Add a pinch of salt to enhance the flavors and continue to mix until well incorporated.
- Melt the dark chocolate in a heatproof bowl using a double boiler or in short bursts in the microwave. Allow the melted chocolate to cool slightly.
- Pour the cooled melted chocolate into the icing mixture. Beat on low speed until the chocolate is evenly distributed throughout the icing, creating a rich and velvety texture.
- Taste the icing and adjust the sweetness or chocolate intensity according to your preference by adding more powdered sugar or cocoa powder if needed.
- Once the icing reaches your desired consistency and taste, increase the mixer speed to medium-high and beat for an additional 2-3 minutes to ensure a light and airy texture.
- Use the Chocolate Bliss Icing to frost your favorite cakes, cupcakes, or brownies. Spread it evenly over the cooled baked goods and enjoy the decadent, smooth, and subtly chocolatey flavor.
This Chocolate Bliss Icing is sure to be the perfect finishing touch, elevating any dessert to a new level of deliciousness.
