Rich Chocolate Frosting

Ingredients:

For a 2-Layer Cake:
• 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter or gluten-free margarine (Smart Balance or Earth Balance)
• 1-1/3 cup gluten-free Dutch processed cocoa powder
• 2/3 cup (10 tablespoons) heavy whipping cream (or coconut milk for dairy-free)
• 4 cups confectioners' sugar
• 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
For a 9-inch Cake Filling:
• 1/4 cup unsalted butter or gluten-free margarine
• 1/3 cup gluten-free Dutch processed cocoa powder
• 2-1/2 tablespoons heavy whipping cream
• 1 cup confectioners' sugar
• 1/2 teaspoon pure vanilla extract

Instructions:

1. Whip the butter in the bowl of your mixer on medium speed until creamy. Mix in the cocoa powder thoroughly. Beat in the whipping cream. Sift in the confectioners’ sugar a little at a time; beat until fluffy. Add the vanilla and blend on low speed. Set frosting aside.
2. Use to frost your favorite gluten-free cakes.

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