Elegant Fudge Frosting

By phowley

Ingredients

• 1 1/4 c sugar
• 1 tsp vanilla
• 2 tbsp instant coffee granules
• 1 c heavy cream
• 5 oz unsweetened chocolate, finely chopped
• 1/2 c unsalted butter

Preparation

Step 1

Combine sugar, coffee, and cream in small but deep, heavy pot.
(Mixture will boil up during cooking.)
Bring to a boil, stirring constantly.
Reduce heat and simmer 6 minutes without stirring.
Remove from heat.
Add chocolate.
Stir to blend.
Stir in butter and vanilla.
Chill until mixture begins to thicken.
Beat until thick and creamy.