Chocolate Sour-Cream Icing
Here is a straightforward way to make Chocolate Sour-Cream Icing at home, with a clear ingredient list and step-by-step instructions you can follow without guesswork. Sweet without being heavy, it works just as well for an afternoon treat as for dessert. Read through the tips before you start — a couple of small details go a long way with this one.
- Cook 20 min
- Total 20 min
- Level Easy
Ingredients
- 1 cup (240 g) chocolate chips
- ¼ cup (60 g) butter
- ½ cup (120 g) sour cream
- 1 tsp Vanilla Extract
- ¼ tsp Salt
- 1 –3 cup (240–700 g) icing sugar
Method
- Melt the chocolate and butter together in a double boiler.
- Remove mixture from the heat, then stir in the sour cream, vanilla extract, and salt.
- Slowly beat or stir in the icing sugar until the mixture has the desired consistency. An icing will be thinner and require less icing sugar than a thicker frosting.
- Spread mixture on the cake of your choice.
Tips for the best Chocolate Sour-Cream Icing
- Use a kitchen scale for the dry ingredients if you have one — baking is less forgiving than cooking.
- Taste as you go. Seasoning at the end is fine, but adjusting halfway through gives a more balanced result.
- Read the whole method before you start and measure out the 6 ingredients first — it keeps the pace relaxed once the heat is on.
- Rest the finished dish for a few minutes before serving — it lets the flavours settle and the texture firm up.
Variations
- Spicier version: add a pinch of chilli flakes or a sliced fresh chilli with the aromatics.
- Vegetable boost: stir in a handful of spinach, peas or diced peppers in the last few minutes of cooking.
Serving ideas
Dust with icing sugar just before serving and pair with coffee or tea.
Storage
Keeps in an airtight container at room temperature for 2–3 days, or refrigerated for up to a week. Most versions freeze well for 2 months.
Frequently asked questions
What can I substitute for (240 g) chocolate chips?
Any ingredient with a similar texture and cooking time works; see the variations below for ideas. Keep quantities the same and adjust seasoning at the end.
Is Chocolate Sour-Cream Icing gluten-free?
Yes — this version is gluten-free as written. Always check packaged ingredients if you have strict requirements.
How long does Chocolate Sour-Cream Icing take to make?
About 20 minutes in total — roughly under an hour of preparation and 20 minutes of cooking.
Is this Chocolate Sour-Cream Icing recipe easy to make?
It is rated easy: 6 ingredients and 4 steps. Follow the order and the tips above and it is very forgiving.
Adapted from Wikibooks Cookbook, CC BY-SA 4.0 — source
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