Crema de mantequilla de chocolate perfecta

Ingredientes

• 1 cup unsalted butter, room temperature
• 3 cups powdered sugar (about 1 lb)
• 1 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
• 2-4 Tablespoons milk
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 1/2 teaspoon espresso powder

Preparación

1. 1

   Place the room temperature butter in a stand mixer fit with the whisk attachment. Beat the butter until creamy.

2. 2

   Scrape down the bowl and add the cocoa powder. Beat on low speed and gradually increase to high speed until homogenous.

3. 3

   Scrape down the bowl and add the powdered sugar, vanilla extract, espresso powder and 3 Tablespoons of milk to start. Beat on low speed and gradually increase to high speed, beating until light and fluffy.

4. 4

   If the frosting feels too stiff, add more milk one tablespoon at a time. If it feels too liquidy, add in 1 tablespoon of powdered sugar at a time until frosting reaches its desired consistency.

5. 5

   Transfer the frosting to a piping bag or use an offset to spatula to frost your desired treats!