Best Black Buttercream Frosting Recipe
PSSST! Would you like the secret natural ingredient that will turn buttercream deep black without food coloring? Sparkling Charm has you covered! Today I am sharing How To Make The Best Black Buttercream Frosting Recipe for Halloween Cakes, Cupcakes, and treats with dyes involved. Grab your aprons!
Best Black Buttercream Frosting Recipe
What You Will Love About This Black Buttercream Recipe
Black Buttercream Ingredient Snapshot
Just a few ingredients
What Is The No Food Coloring Or Food Dyes Secret?
“Unfiltered Dutch Cocoa Powder! ….and wow does it add a rich cocoa flavor.” This powder makes a fabulous buttercream and is terrific for Halloween baking.
What is the difference between dutch cocoa powder and cocoa powder?
Dutch process cocoa has a deeper richer “chocolaty” flavor while cocoa powder is lighter and with a less intense flavor with an acidic aftertaste.
Where to Buy Dutch Cocoa Powder
Sometimes you can find black cocoa powder at Whole Foods or Wegmans. I purchase it on Amazon. Below are a few links.
SHOP DUTCH COCOA POWDER
Adding Flavors to Black Buttercream Frosting
Absolutely you can add flavors to Black Buttercream Frosting! When eating something black you mind may go to licorice as a flavor profile, but adding an unexpected flavor can be fun just like it is with a basic buttercream frosting.
SHOP FROSTING EXTRACTS
Black Buttercream Frosting FAQS
What is The Difference Between Butter Cream Frosting and Buttercream Icing?
Frosting has a smooth, thick, and fluffy texture that is very popular on birthday cakes or cupcakes. Icing has a much thinner consistency and is more commonly used for glazing and decorating with detail.
What Are The Three Types of Buttercream?
AMERICAN BUTTERCREAM
It is the sweetest of the three and the easiest to make. It forms a thin crust when exposed to air which makes it perfect for piping.
Swiss Meringue Buttercream
Swiss meringue buttercream is silky smooth and light. It is perfect for summer baking or elegant entertaining.
ITALIAN Meringue ButterCream
This confection is the least sweet of the three types of buttercreams. It is incredibly silky smooth and pipes beautifully.
Can Buttercream Frosting Be Left Out of The Refrigerator?
Yes! Buttercream frosting can be left out for 48 hours. If salted and pasturized butter is used it can sit out for 7 days.
Can A Buttercream Frosted Cake Have To Be Refrigerated?
It can be left on the counter top on a a cake for 48 hours in a covered cake plate.
Best Black Buttercream Frosting Recipe
Best Black Buttercream Ingredients
- 2 cups unsalted or salted butter, softened
- 4 cups powdered sugar
- 1 cup black cocoa powder
- 4 +/- tablespoons buttermilk (substitute whole milk)
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
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Instructions
Whisk together the powdered sugar and the black cocoa powder.
Beat the butter in a mixing bowl until light and fluffy. Add the three tablespoon of the buttermilk and vanilla followed by the black cocoa and powdered sugar mixture. Mix on slow speed until smooth. Add more buttermilk one tablespoon at a time until the black buttercream frosting reached the desired thickness.
Black Buttercream Recipe Notes
- Beating the butter until it is fluffy is an important step for a silky result.
- I do recommend the buttermilk verses whole milk for a deeper rich flavor profile.
- Flavor this recipe for the occasion. Be sure to read the post for flavor inspiration.
Best Black Buttercream Frosting Recipe
Ingredients
- 2 cups unsalted or salted butter softened
- 4 cups powdered sugar
- 1 cup black cocoa powder
- 4 +/- tablespoons buttermilk substitute whole milk
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
Instructions
- Whisk together the powdered sugar and the black cocoa powder.
- Beat the butter in a mixing bowl until light and fluffy. Add the three tablespoon of the buttermilk and vanilla followed by the black cocoa and powdered sugar mixture. Mix on slow speed until smooth. Add more buttermilk one tablespoon at a time until the black buttercream frosting reached the desired thickness.
Notes
- Beating the butter until it is fluffy is an important step for a silky result.
- I do recommend the buttermilk verses whole milk for a deeper rich flavor profile.
- Flavor this recipe for the occasion. Be sure to read the post for flavor inspiration.
Nutrition
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DREAMY!