Ultimate Chocolate Frosting

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From Marth Stewart

This fudgy frosting is the ideal accompaniment to Martha's Ultimate Chocolate Cake.

yield: Makes about 3 cups

Ingredients

  • 3 1/2 cups confectioners' sugar
  • 1 cup Valrhona cocoa powder
  • 12 tablespoons (1 1/2 sticks) unsalted butter, room temperature
  • 1/2 cup milk, room temperature
  • 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract

Preparation

Step 1

In a small bowl, sift together the confectioners' sugar and cocoa powder. Add butter, milk, and vanilla; stir until smooth and free of lumps.