This is a seriously delicious and incredibly easy recipe. I use it every time I need a smooth, rich frosting with a deep color. It complements most cakes and is easy to tint with food coloring to make darker shades.
Makes about 3 cups
1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened
3 1/2 cups confectioners’ sugar
3/4 cup cocoa powder
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 teaspoon almond extract
1 teaspoon salt
2 tablespoons heavy whipping cream
• Cream butter in a stand mixer until smooth. Add confectioners’ sugar, 1 cup at a time, until fully incorporated. Add cocoa and beat on medium speed until fluffy. Add vanilla, almond extract, salt, and cream and whip on high speed until fully combined and fluffy.
• Frosting should be stored in an airtight container and refrigerated until ready for use.