Russian Buttercream Chocolate Frosting

May 06, 2023May 6, 20230 1

Decadent and rich chocolate frosting with a slight caramel flavor.

by The Chefin Dessert

Prep

15 min

Cook

5 min

Ready In

20 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

	1 1/4 cups butter , softened
	1 cup confectioners ' sugar
	3/4 cup Dutch-processed cocoa powder
	1 pinch salt
	3/4 cup golden syrup ( Lyle 's or Delta Brand )
	1 teaspoon vanilla extract
	8 ounces semi-sweet chocolate or 8 ounces bittersweet chocolate ( 1 8 oz . box Bakers Baking Chocolate Squares )

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

275

Sugar

28g

Fat

19g

Russian buttercream chocolate frosting is a luxurious and indulgent icing that takes your baked goods to the next level. This recipe is perfect for chocolate lovers who want a rich and creamy frosting that is full of flavor. The combination of soft butter, confectioners' sugar, cocoa powder, and golden syrup creates a velvety smooth texture that melts in your mouth. The addition of melted chocolate adds a rich depth of chocolate flavor that will leave you wanting more. Whether you use it to frost a cake, cupcakes, or top off a dessert, this frosting is sure to impress.

Instructions

1.	In a stand mixer, beat the softened butter until creamy and smooth.
2.	Add the confectioners' sugar, cocoa powder, and salt. Beat on low speed until the ingredients are fully incorporated.
3.	Add the golden syrup and vanilla extract. Beat on low speed until the frosting is smooth.
4.	Melt the chocolate in a microwave or double boiler. Let it cool slightly before adding to the frosting mixture.
5.	Beat the frosting on high speed for 1-2 minutes until thick and fluffy.
6.	Use the frosting to frost cakes, cupcakes, or other baked goods.

PROS

This frosting is rich and decadent, perfect for serious chocolate lovers.
It has a slight caramel flavor from the golden syrup, adding depth to the chocolate flavor.
The recipe makes a generous amount of frosting, enough to frost a 2-layer cake or 24 cupcakes.

CONS

The frosting can be quite sweet due to the confectioners’ sugar and golden syrup.
It may not be suitable for those who are watching their sugar intake.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

While this frosting is not exactly healthy, it does contain butter which brings in some nutritional value. Butter is a good source of vitamins A and D, as well as fatty acids that support brain and heart health. However, it should still be consumed in moderation due to its high calorie and fat content.