Chocolate Cream Cheese Frosting

Learn how to make chocolate cream cheese frosting with this easy tutorial. This frosting is super creamy and pipes perfectly.

📝 Ingredients

• 1 (8-ounce) package brick-style cream cheese (, softened to room temperature)
• 1/2 cup (115 grams) unsalted butter (, softened to room temperature)
• 3 cups (360 grams) powdered sugar
• 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
• 1/2 cup (45 grams) natural unsweetened cocoa powder (, sifted)

👨‍🍳 Instructions

1. 1In the bowl of a stand mixer fitted with the paddle attachment, or in a large mixing bowl using an electric hand-held mixer, beat the cream cheese and butter together for 1-2 minutes or until well combined.
2. 2Add the powdered sugar and vanilla extract and continue mixing until well combined, stopping to scrape down the sides of the bowl as needed.
3. 3Then, mix in the sifted cocoa powder and mix until fully combined. Use the frosting to frost your favorite cake or cupcakes and enjoy!