Chocolate Gabache Frosting is everything you want in a chocolate topping — silky, rich, and irresistibly smooth. With its deep cocoa flavor and luscious creamy texture, this frosting transforms any cake, cupcake, or cookie into a decadent delight. Blending semi-sweet chocolate, heavy cream, butter, and just the right sweetness, it strikes a perfect balance between indulgent and approachable.
Unlike traditional buttercream, Chocolate Gabache Frosting has the elegance of ganache combined with the airy lightness of whipped frosting. The result is a versatile, bakery-style finish that spreads beautifully or pipes into dreamy swirls.
Chocolate frosting has long been a staple in home baking, dating back more than a century, when simple cocoa recipes were cherished family treasures. This modern twist — gabache — bridges the best of both worlds: rich depth and fluffy lightness.
Perfect for celebrations or a weekend bake, Chocolate Gabache Frosting will quickly become your go-to recipe for desserts that impress with every bite.
Recipe Yield: 3 cups
INGREDIENTS
8 oz semi-sweet chocolate, finely chopped
1 cup heavy cream
4 tbsp unsalted butter, softened
1 cup powdered sugar, sifted
1 tsp pure vanilla extract
Pinch of fine sea salt
INSTRUCTIONS
1. Heat the cream:
In a small saucepan over medium heat, warm the heavy cream until it just begins to simmer. Do not let it boil.
2. Melt the chocolate:
Place the chopped chocolate in a heatproof bowl. Pour the hot cream over the chocolate and let it sit for 3 minutes to soften.
3. Whisk until smooth:
Gently whisk the mixture until the chocolate is fully melted and glossy.
4. Add butter and flavoring:
Stir in the butter, vanilla, and a pinch of sea salt until smooth and fully incorporated.
5. Cool to spreadable consistency:
Let the mixture cool at room temperature for about 30–45 minutes, stirring occasionally.
6. Beat in powdered sugar:
Once cooled, use a hand mixer to beat in the powdered sugar until the frosting is light, creamy, and fluffy.
7. Frost and serve:
Use immediately to frost cakes, cupcakes, or cookies, or store covered at room temperature for up to 2 days.
Helpful Tips to Perfect This Recipe
- Choose premium chocolate – High-quality semi-sweet chocolate (60–70% cacao) creates a richer, smoother flavor.
- Let it cool properly – Cooling before beating in the sugar ensures a stable, fluffy frosting that holds its shape.
- Adjust consistency easily – For thicker frosting, chill longer before whipping; for softer frosting, add a splash more cream.
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