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Pitch Black Buttercream

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Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups unsalted butter slightly cold
  • 6 cups powdered sugar measured then sifted
  • 1 cup black cocoa powder measured then sifted
  • 6 ounces milk or dark choclate melted and cooled
  • 1/2 cup heavy whipping cream
  • 1 tsp pure vanilla extract
  • 1-2 tsp black gel coloring

Instructions
 

  • In a stand mixer fitted with a paddle attachment, beat the butter on medium speed for about 1 minute.
  • Add the powdered sugar one cup at a time. Stop the bowl to scrape down the bottom and sides of the bowl.
  • Add the black cocoa powder and mix until smooth.
  • Add the melted chocolate, vanilla and mix until combined.
  • Slowly add in the whipping cream. Turn off the mixer to scrape the sides and bottom of the bowl.
  • Add the black food gel and then mix on medium high speed for 3-5 minutes.
  • Let the buttercream sit for at least a couple hours or overnight as the color will darken with time.