Ingredients

The following ingredients have 3 Servings
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter (softened to room temperature)
  • 8 oz cream cheese (softened)
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup cocoa powder
  • 3 cups powdered sugar
  • 1-2 tablespoons whipping cream (as needed )

Instruction

  • In a large bowl beat the butter with an electric mixer until fluffy (about 2-3 minutes).
  • Beat in the cream cheese until evenly combined. Then add in the vanilla extract & salt.
  • In a separate bowl sift together the cocoa powder & powdered sugar. Whisk them gently.
  • With the mixer on low speed, carefully beat the cocoa & powdered sugar into the butter mixture.
  • Once it's almost combined turn the mixer up to medium speed & continue beating until combined.
  • If the frosting seems too thick or sweet, optionally add in 1-2 tablespoons of whipping cream. If it isn't sweet enough mix in a little more powdered sugar, about 1/4 cup at a time. 
  • Transfer the frosting to a piping bag to decorate cupcakes (I used a 1M tip), or frost with a flat knife.