Chocolate Swiss Meringue Buttercream
A rich and luscious frosting that elevates any cake or cupcake with its silky texture and balanced flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 3 cups (enough to frost 2-3 layer cakes) 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Whipping
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 Egg whites
- 1 cup Granulated sugar
- 1 cup Unsalted butter, softened
- 8 oz Melted chocolate
- 1 tsp Vanilla extract
- 1/4 tsp Salt
Instructions
- Create your meringue base by combining egg whites and sugar in a heatproof bowl over simmering water, whisking until warm.
- Transfer the mixture to a mixing bowl and whip on medium speed until stiff peaks form.
- Gradually add the softened butter, mixing until smooth and combined.
- Fold in melted chocolate, vanilla extract, and salt until fully combined.
- Use immediately to frost cakes or store in the refrigerator, re-whipping before use.
Notes
Make sure the butter is softened but not melted for a perfect creamy texture. Can use dark, milk, or white chocolate as per preference.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 16g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg