Frosting (For Brownies)

Prep: 5 min Cook: 2 min Cuisine: American

A rich, chocolate frosting with smooth texture and sweet flavor, perfect for brownies and cakes, appealing to chocolate lovers seeking a quick, homemade topping.

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Ingredients

  • 6 oz. chocolate chips
  • 2 c. powdered sugar
  • 1/4 c. shortening
  • 1/2 c. canned milk

Instructions

  1. Combine the chocolate chips, shortening, and canned milk in a saucepan.
  2. Bring the mixture to a boil and cook for 2 minutes.
  3. Remove from heat and add powdered sugar, stirring until smooth.

Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)

543 kcal 27% DV
Protein Fat Carbs

Macronutrients

Protein 5.2g 10% DV
Total Fat 35.7g 46% DV
Carbs 54.2g 20% DV
Fiber 1.4g 5% DV
Sugar 41.9g 84% DV

Electrolytes

Sodium 110.5mg 5% DV
Potassium 226mg 5% DV
Cholesterol 2.5mg 1% DV

Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamin A 47mcg 5% DV
Vitamin C 4.2mg 5% DV
Vitamin D 0.4mcg 2% DV
Calcium 130mg 10% DV
Iron 2.4mg 13% 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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