Chocolate Ermine Frosting

Chocolate Ermine Frosting is a silky smooth chocolate frosting made by cooking a milk and flour mixture and mixing it with butter, sugar, and cocoa powder. It is based on Ermine Frosting, or $300 Dollar Frosting, but with added cocoa powder for the chocolate flavor. Don’t worry, this frosting will not cost you $300, but it is a delicious and versatile frosting for cakes and cupcakes, as a filling, and even as a dip!

Ingredients & Substitutions

Milk: For a smoother and creamier frosting, it’s recommended to use whole milk or 2% milk. However, if you opt for lower-fat milk alternatives, the frosting may turn out less creamy and more watery.

Flour: For the best outcome, it’s best to use all-purpose flour. Cooking the flour with milk makes a roux that gives a more stable frosting and makes sure the flour is fully cooked. You can use gluten-free flour, but some readers have said the frosting is not quite as smooth.

Butter: Butter is an essential ingredient in ermine frosting as it adds flavor and creates a smooth and creamy texture. Use unsalted butter for the best results.

Sugar: It’s important to use granulated sugar in ermine frosting. It gets creamed with butter and cocoa powder, so there is no need to worry about grittiness!

Cocoa Powder: For a richer depth of flavor and darker color, use Dutch-processed