Favorite Fudge Frosting - Master Cookbook Recipe # 417

Name: Favorite Fudge Frosting - Master Cookbook Recipe # 417
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 2 min
Total time: 7 min
Yield: 1 (one) 9x13 pan or a 2-layer cake
Cuisine: Southern
Ingredients: 8 cups powdered sugar; 3/4 cup Hershey’s cocoa; 3/4 cup water (or evaporated milk for a milk chocolate version); 1 1/2 sticks salted butter; 1/2 tsp salt; 2 tsp vanilla extract

This decadent, old-fashioned fudge frosting is a family favorite! It creates a smooth, glossy finish that thickens into a rich, fudge-like consistency as it cools, making it the perfect companion for a moist chocolate or yellow cake.

This is recipe #417 in Tammy’s Master Cookbook.

Prep time: 5 minCook time: 2 minTotal time: 7 min

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Ingredients

8 cups powdered sugar
3/4 cup Hershey’s cocoa
3/4 cup water (or evaporated milk for a milk chocolate version)
1 1/2 sticks salted butter
1/2 tsp salt
2 tsp vanilla extract

Instructions

Prep Dry Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, combine the powdered sugar, salt, and cocoa.
Heat Liquid Ingredients: In a microwave-safe measuring cup, combine the water (or milk) and butter. Microwave until the mixture reaches a rolling boil.
Combine: Carefully pour the hot liquid mixture into the dry ingredients. Mix on medium speed until smooth and well-combined.
Finish: Add the vanilla extract and give it one final mix.
Ice Immediately: Pour or spread the frosting over your cake right away. This icing is designed to thicken and set quickly as it cools.

Notes

Tammy’s Tips Make sure your liquid mixture is truly boiling before adding it to the sugar to ensure a silky-smooth texture without any graininess. If you're looking for an extra rich flavor, using evaporated milk instead of water adds a wonderful creamy depth that tastes just like a high-end milk chocolate.