How to Make Milk Chocolate Buttercream Frosting

What You'll Need

Ingredients
Equipment
  • Mixing bowl
  • Large pot
  • Wooden spoon
  • Spatula
  • Electric mixer or whisk
  1. Heat the water in the large saucepan over low or medium heat. Use just enough water so that when the metal mixing bowl is placed over the saucepan, the water does not touch the bowl.
  2. Combine the milk chocolate and semisweet chocolate in the metal mixing bowl. Place the bowl over the simmering water in the saucepan.
  3. Allow the chocolate to melt while stirring frequently using the rubber scraper.  Once the chocolate is melted and smooth, remove from heat.
  4. Pour the melted chocolate into the mixing bowl of the stand mixer. Attach the paddle and turn the mixer on to low.
  5. Gradually add the butter to the mixer about a tablespoon at a time. Repeat until all of the butter in incorporated into the chocolate.
  6. Mix until the frosting reaches a smooth and thick consistency. Use right away or place in an airtight container to refrigerate until ready to use.

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