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    Home » All Posts » Basics » How To Make Chocolate Buttercream In A Thermomix

    Published: Jun 8, 2020 · Modified: May 23, 2022 by Lauren Matheson ·

    How To Make Chocolate Buttercream In A Thermomix

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    It couldn't be easier to make Chocolate Buttercream icing in a Thermomix! Just 5 ingredients and less than 5 minutes prep time gives you the smoothest, sweetest and creamiest chocolate buttercream.

    Chocolate frosting on a chocolate chip cupcake.

    This Thermomix Chocolate Buttercream recipe is a favourite of mine and I regularly make it to go on top of my vanilla cupcakes and butter cake recipe.

    It's perfect for birthday cakes, celebrations, morning tea and more!

    Creamy chocolate frosting on a cupcake.

    Why You're Going To Love This Recipe

    What's not to love about a smooth, creamy and chocolatey buttercream!

    • Quick & Easy - our Thermomix chocolate buttercream takes less than 5 minutes to prepare!
    • Basic Ingredients - made from pantry and fridge staples... there's no need to make an extra trip to the supermarket.
    • Versatile - use this buttercream on your favourite cakes, loaves, cupcakes and muffins!
    • Perfect For Birthdays - this is such a great chocolate buttercream for birthday cakes. Use it as a frosting on top, or to sandwich cake layers together.

    What You Need

    Just 5 basic ingredients!

    Please scroll to the recipe card at the bottom of the post for ingredient quantities and the full detailed method.

    The ingredients for chocolate buttercream.
    • Butter - you can use salted or unsalted butter for this recipe (I prefer salted butter).
    • Icing Sugar - it's important to use pure icing sugar (not icing sugar mixture) in this recipe.
    • Cocoa Powder - use regular unsweetened cocoa powder.
    • Vanilla Extract - use vanilla essence or vanilla extract.
    • Milk - I recommend using full cream milk. Start with 1 tablespoon of milk and add an extra tablespoon if required.

    Step By Step Instructions

    It couldn't be quicker or easier to make our Thermomix chocolate buttercream!

    Just 3 simple steps...

    Please scroll to the recipe card at the bottom of the post for ingredient quantities and the full detailed method.

    Step 1 - Cream The Butter & Icing Sugar

    Mix the butter and icing sugar together until smooth, pale and creamy.

    Butter and icing sugar in a Thermomix bowl.

    Step 2 - Scrape The Sides Of The Bowl

    Scrape down the sides of the bowl and continue mixing until white and creamy.

    Whipped butter and icing sugar in a Thermomix bowl.

    Step 3 - Add The Remaining Ingredients

    Scrape down the sides of the bowl and add the cocoa powder, vanilla extract and milk.

    Cocoa powder on top of whipped butter and sugar.

    Mix until smooth and creamy.

    Chocolate buttercream in a Thermomix.
    Chocolate frosting on a spatula.

    FAQ

    How much chocolate buttercream does this recipe make?

    This recipe makes enough buttercream to ice 12 cupcakes or a standard 20cm cake - such as our Thermomix Butter Cake Recipe.

    Can I use icing sugar mixture instead of pure icing sugar?

    It's important to use pure icing sugar as it results in a firmer frosting that is perfect for piping.

    Help! My Thermomix chocolate buttercream is too dry!

    Simply add an extra tablespoon of milk and mix again.
    On the other hand, if your frosting is too soft, add a little extra icing sugar and mix again.

    A cupcake coated in chocolate frosting.

    Expert Tips

    Room Temperature Butter

    It's important to ensure that your butter has softened to room temperature before using. This will give you the smoothest and creamiest Thermomix chocolate buttercream.

    Storing

    Once you have iced your cakes/cupcakes, place them in an airtight container and store at room temperature.

    Doubling The Recipe

    This recipe can be doubled. You will need to increase the mixing times accordingly.

    A chocolate chip cupcake with chocolate butterceam.

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    Chocolate frosting on a chocolate chip cupcake.

    Thermomix Chocolate Buttercream Icing Recipe

    You will love how simple this Thermomix Chocolate Buttercream icing is to make! It's the perfect icing for cupcakes, mud cakes, butter cakes and more.
    4.85 from 13 votes
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    Course: Basics, Desserts
    Cuisine: Australian, Modern
    Prep Time: 4 minutes
    Total Time: 4 minutes
    Servings: 12 cupcakes
    Calories: 192kcal
    Author: Lucy & Lauren
    Cost: $5

    Equipment

    • Thermomix

    Ingredients

    • 125 g butter cubed, room temperature
    • 350 g pure icing sugar
    • 2 tablespoon cocoa powder
    • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
    • 1 tbs milk

    Instructions

    • Place the butter and icing sugar into the bowl of your Thermomix and mix for 2 minutes, Speed 3.
    • Scrape down the sides and mix for a further 1 minute, Speed 3 or until the mixture is white and creamy.
    • Scrape down the sides of your Thermomix bowl and add the vanilla extract, cocoa powder and milk before mixing for 1 minute, Speed 3.

    Notes

    RECIPE NOTES & TIPS
    Quantity - This recipe makes enough buttercream to ice 12 cupcakes or a standard 20cm cake - such as our Thermomix Butter Cake Recipe.
    Pure Icing Sugar - It's important to use pure icing sugar as it results in a firmer frosting that is perfect for piping.
    Firmness - If your frosting is too firm, simply add an extra tablespoon of milk and mix again. On the other hand, if your frosting is too soft, add a little extra icing sugar and mix again.
    Room Temperature Butter - It's important to ensure that your butter has softened to room temperature before using. This will give you the smoothest and creamiest Thermomix chocolate buttercream.
    Storing - Once you have iced your cakes/cupcakes, place them in an airtight container and store at room temperature.
    Doubling - This recipe can be doubled. You will need to increase the mixing times accordingly.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 192kcal | Carbohydrates: 30g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 9g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 2g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 23mg | Sodium: 68mg | Potassium: 18mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 29g | Vitamin A: 262IU | Calcium: 5mg | Iron: 1mg
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    Comments

    1. Emily says

      July 03, 2022 at 1:44 pm

      5 stars
      First time making this icing & it’s amazing!

      Reply
      • Lucy says

        July 04, 2022 at 5:33 pm

        Fantastic!

        Reply
    2. Faye says

      October 17, 2021 at 1:24 am

      5 stars
      My husbands fav is chocolate fudge cake.
      I used this icing to make one for his birthday cake, he loved it.
      Thanks 🙂

      Reply
      • Lucy says

        October 17, 2021 at 7:47 am

        That's so wonderful to hear!

        Reply
    3. Caitlin says

      February 14, 2021 at 11:48 am

      5 stars
      Very good °°
      《》

      Reply

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