Creamy Chocolate Frosting

By Coldsnap46

This recipe goes with "Classic Chocolate Layer Cake".

Ingredients

• 1 1/2 pounds (24 ounces) semisweet chocolate, chopped
• 1 1/2 cups unsalted butter (3 sticks), at room temperature

Details

Servings 3
Preparation time 15mins
Cooking time 30mins
Adapted from realsimple.com

Preparation

Step 1

Directions

1. Melt the chocolate in a medium bowl set over (but not in) a saucepan of simmering water, stirring often, until melted. Let
cool to room temperature (do not let it solidify).

2. Using an electric mixer, beat the butter until creamy. With the mixer running, slowly add the chocolate and beat until combined and smooth.



Quick Tip: The frosting will keep for up to 2 days, covered and refrigerated. Return to room temperature before using.