Description
This creamy, fluffy, and rich vegan chocolate frosting is made with just 6 simple ingredients and comes together in 15 minutes. It’s perfectly sweet, ideal for spreading or piping over cakes, cupcakes, and more. With a hint of peppermint and a velvety texture, it’s a dairy-free dream!
Ingredients
- ½ cup cocoa powder
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- ¼ cup vegan butter, chilled
- ¼ cup vegan shortening
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon peppermint extract
- 2 ½ tablespoons unsweetened plain soy milk
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, sift together the cocoa powder and powdered sugar.
- Add the chilled vegan butter, vegan shortening, vanilla extract, peppermint extract, and soy milk to the bowl.
- Using a hand mixer, whip the ingredients together for 3–4 minutes until the frosting is smooth, fluffy, and lump-free.
- If the frosting is too thin, chill for 15–20 minutes or add a little more powdered sugar or shortening.
- Transfer to a piping bag and chill briefly before using. If too firm, let it sit at room temperature before piping or spreading.
Notes
- Adjust the amount and type of cocoa powder to control flavor intensity (light vs. dark chocolate).
- Chill frosting before piping for cleaner results. If over-chilled, let it warm up before using.
- Too thin? Add a little more powdered sugar or shortening—just a bit at a time to maintain texture and flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Frosting for 1 cupcake
- Calories: 159
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 32mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 1g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
