Versatile Vegan Chocolate Frosting (Dairy Free, Egg Free) |
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Prep Time: 1 Minutes Cook Time: 5 Minutes |
Ready In: 6 Minutes Servings: 6 |
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This is my favorite frosting because it meets allergy needs and it is super adaptable, quick and easy and OH-SO-FLUFFY and GOOD! Ingredients:
1/2 cup margarine, softened (i like earth balance) |
1/2 cup shortening |
1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder (dutch processed if you have it) |
3 cups powdered sugar, sifted |
1/4 cup soymilk or 1/4 cup rice milk or 1/4 cup coconut milk or 1/4 cup almond milk |
2 teaspoons vanilla extract (or extract of your choice, match to the flavor you want) (optional) |
Directions:
1. Using a stand mixer with paddle or whisk attachment, cream the margarine and shortening together.
2. Add cocoa, powdered sugar and the liquids and mix slowly until incorporated; going too fast on this step is messy - powdered sugar clouds and splatters - go slow until you get those mixed in!
3. Beat on high until fluffy. It usually takes 5-8 minutes of beating in the mixer for this to get super fluffy - you will see the texture change and the color gets significantly lighter as well. If it doesn't lighten, it isn't ready.
4. Variations: To vary the flavor, try different extracts: almond, peppermint, orange, rum, raspberry, etc. Try using orange juice or coffee instead of the milk. This chocolate base is really a great starting point to get a ton of gourmet flavor if you're up for it! ENJOY!
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