Chocolate Buttercream Frosting

 
Is there anything better than light fluffy rich and flavorful Chocolate Buttercream Frosting? No. The answer is no. This Whipped Chocolate Buttercream is a bakers dream! I love this recipe on my Birthday Cake recipe and even Homemade Brownies!
Whipped Chocolate Buttercream Frosting
I have this recipe on my blog way over here  but it gets lost next to that beautiful marble cake deliciousness so I decided to make sure this fantastic recipe got its turn in the spotlight. This Chocolate Buttercream is a rich dark chocolate version of American Buttercream.
Unsalted vs. Salted Butter
I prefer to use unsalted butter in this recipe as I find unsalted butter to be fresher tasting and a consistent in the water ratio. When you are aiming for perfect consistency using a consistent product is important. You can use salted butter in a pinch and I would also keep the salt in this recipe the same amount.
How to Make Chocolate Buttercream
Because this recipe is designed for cakes specifically although I find it works on many different desserts! I like to make sure it is as smooth and creamy as possible. Whip the ingredients on high in a stand mixer for 35 minutes. Not only does this eliminate lumps and lighten the color of the buttercream slightly but it also produces the fluffiest frosting.
Can I Use a HandHeld Mixer?
Yes you will just want to make sure you use it on the highest setting and mix for a little longer. With a stand mixer I usually go 35 minutes youll want at least 5 minutes with your handheld.
How to Crumb Coat
This frosting is so smooth and