Chocolate cake is a great way to go for any special occasion. To make it that much more special, try one of these delicious icing recipes with it. Let’s jump in.
Classic Chocolate Ganache
All you need for this recipe is chocolate and heavy cream. Heat cream, pour over the chopped chocolate, and stir until smooth and glossy. Use as a glaze or whipped for frosting.
Creamy Chocolate Buttercream
You’ll need butter, powdered sugar, cocoa powder, and vanilla extract. Cream butter, add sugar, cocoa, and vanilla. Beat until fluffy and spreadable. Adjust sweetness to taste.
Fluffy Marshmallow Frosting
This recipe requires egg whites, sugar, cream of tartar, vanilla extract, and marshmallow cream. Beat egg whites, sugar, and cream of tartar until stiff peaks form. Add vanilla and marshmallow cream for a yummy light frosting.
Zesty Orange Cream Cheese Frosting
Prepare cream cheese, butter, powdered sugar, orange zest, and vanilla extract. Beat cream cheese, butter, sugar, and vanilla until smooth. Add zest for a citrusy kick and enjoy.
Creamy Peanut Butter Frosting
For this frosting, you’ll need butter, creamy peanut butter, powdered sugar, and heavy cream. Beat butter and peanut butter until smooth, add sugar, then mix in heavy cream for a luxurious, nutty frosting.
