The Only Brownie Frosting You’ll Ever Need Again
A ridiculously fudgy, five-minute brownie frosting made with cocoa powder, honey, and butter. Glossy, spreadable, and deeply chocolate — this is the only frosting your brownies will ever need.
- Total Time5 minutes
- Yield12 servings 1x
Ingredients
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- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
- 3 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup confectioners' sugar (125 g)
- 3 tablespoons whole milk or heavy cream (add gradually to desired consistency)
Instructions
- Bring the Dream Team Together: In a stand mixer with the whisk attachment, or using a hand mixer, combine room temperature butter, cocoa powder, honey, vanilla extract, and confectioners’ sugar in the mixing bowl.
- Let the Mixer Do Its Thing: Turn the mixer on low speed and let it combine the ingredients for about 30 seconds until a thick, dark paste forms.
- Add Milk Slowly: Slowly add milk one tablespoon at a time, mixing on low between each addition, until you reach your desired consistency. You may not need all 3 tablespoons, or you may need 1 more — it can vary from season to season and kitchen to kitchen.
- Spread Over Warm Brownies: Spread the glossy, fudgy frosting over warm brownies using an offset spatula or butter knife. Allow to set before slicing.
Notes
For a thicker, more pipeable frosting, use less milk. For a pourable ganache-like consistency, add an extra splash. Always start with softened (not melted) butter for the best creamy texture. Frost brownies while still warm for the best fudgy bond between frosting and brownie.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Calories: 85
- Sugar: 12
- Sodium: 2
- Saturated Fat: 2
- Carbohydrates: 13
- Protein: 0.5
