Elegant Frosting

Prep: 15 min Cook: 6 min Serves: 1 Cuisine: American

Elegant Frosting is a rich and creamy chocolate topping that elevates any cake. With the deep flavors of unsweetened chocolate and the sweetness of sugar, this frosting is perfect for chocolate lovers. It’s ideal for special occasions or everyday treats, making your desserts truly memorable.

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Ingredients

  • 1 1/4 c. sugar
  • 1 c. evaporated milk
  • 5 sq. unsweetened chocolate
  • 1/2 c. butter
  • 1 tsp. vanilla

Instructions

  1. Combine sugar and evaporated milk in a heavy saucepan.
  2. Bring to a boil, stirring constantly.
  3. Reduce heat and simmer for 6 minutes without stirring.
  4. Remove from heat and add unsweetened chocolate.
  5. Stir to blend, then stir in butter and vanilla.
  6. Chill until the mixture begins to thicken, then beat until thick and creamy.

Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)

471 kcal 24% DV
Protein Fat Carbs

Macronutrients

Protein 3.4g 7% DV
Total Fat 29.6g 38% DV
Carbs 33.5g 12% DV
Fiber 1.4g 5% DV
Sugar 20.8g 42% DV

Electrolytes

Sodium 102mg 4% DV
Potassium 204.8mg 4% DV
Cholesterol 83.5mg 28% DV

Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamin A 64.8mcg 7% DV
Vitamin C 13.2mg 15% DV
Vitamin D 0.5mcg 2% DV
Calcium 151mg 12% DV
Iron 1.9mg 10% DV
Contains Milk

Estimated from ingredients & per-serving nutrition — verify against package labels for allergies or strict diets.

* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).

Nutrition is estimated from USDA FoodData Central ingredient data and may vary with brand, portion and preparation — see our methodology. This information is for general educational purposes only and is not medical or dietary advice (disclaimer).

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