Fluffy Homemade Chocolate Frosting

Homemade chocolate frosting is perfect for cake, cupcakes, or even dipping fresh strawberries.

This recipe uses ingredients you likely have on hand for a smooth fluffy frosting that looks and tastes great! Creamy chocolate frosting can be made ahead and stored in the refrigerator in a covered container. To use, remove from the refrigerator and let come to room temperature. If needed, beat until the frosting is smooth and creamy again.

Chocolate buttercream frosting freezes easily in a zippered bag for up to 3 months. Simply allow it to come to room temperature and beat in a bowl until fluffy.

This homemade chocolate frosting is so easy to make with simple ingredients. Use on cakes, cupcakes, or even french toast!

Ingredients:

• 1 ½ cups sugar
• 6 tablespoons all purpose flour
• ¼ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
• 1 ½ cups whole milk
• 1 ½ cups butter unsalted
• 8 ounces bittersweet chocolate finely chopped
• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 1 teaspoon salt