How to Make French Chocolate Buttercream - A Step-by-Step Guide

French Chocolate Buttercream is a luxurious and decadent frosting that is perfect for cakes, cupcakes, and cookies. It has a rich and velvety texture that melts in your mouth, and it's a definite crowd-pleaser for anyone with a sweet tooth. This recipe is a staple in French baking and is a must-try for any home baker who loves to experiment with different frosting techniques.

This recipe uses high-quality ingredients such as dark chocolate, butter, and eggs to create a smooth and crea...

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Ingredients

  • 4 ounces unsweetened chocolate
  • ⅓ cup white sugar
  • ¼ cup water
  • 2 eggs
  • 1 cup unsalted butter, room temperature, cut into tablespoons

Information

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 10 mins
  • Additional Time: 20 mins
  • Total Time: 45 mins
  • Servings: 20
  • Yield: 3 1/2 cups

  • Melt chocolate in a microwave according to package instructions. Set aside and let cool completely.
  • Combine sugar and water in a saucepan. Bring to a boil; let boil for 1 minute. Remove from heat and set aside.
  • Beat eggs in a large bowl using an electric mixer until frothy. Drizzle in sugar mixture slowly; beat on high speed until mixture turns pale yellow and expands in volume, about 5 minutes. Add butter by tablespoon one at a time with mixer running, beating well after each addition. Frosting will become watery; continue with remaining butter.
  • Mix in cooled melted chocolate. Beat on high speed until frosting thickens and becomes fluffy, about 5 minutes.
  • Nutrition

    129 cal.

    • Total Fat: 13g
    • Saturated Fat: 8g
    • Cholesterol: 41mg
    • Sodium: 9mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 5g
    • Dietary Fiber: 1g
    • Total Sugars: 3g
    • Protein: 1g
    • Calcium: 11mg
    • Iron: 1mg
    • Potassium: 55mg