This milk chocolate frosting is smooth, creamy, and not too dark. I've been using this chocolate frosting recipe forever, and several friends now use it as their "favorite frosting!" I just wanted to share it with chocolate lovers everywhere! It will frost, but not fill, an 8- or 9-inch cake.
Ingredients
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2 ¾ cups confectioners' sugar
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6 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
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6 tablespoons unsalted butter, at room temperature
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5 tablespoons evaporated milk
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1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Method
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Gather all ingredients.
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Sift confectioners' sugar and cocoa powder into a medium bowl.
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Beat butter in a large bowl with an electric mixer until smooth and fluffy. Gradually beat in sugar mixture alternately with evaporated milk until well combined; blend in vanilla.
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Beat mixture on high speed until light and fluffy. Adjust consistency with more milk or sugar, if desired.