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Chocolate Chip Frosting

This Chocolate Chip Frosting is rich, creamy, and loaded with chocolatey goodness!
Prep Time10 minutes
Total Time10 minutes
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Chocolate, Easy, Frosting
Servings: 12 servings

Ingredients

  • 1 cup butter softened
  • 1/4 cup cream cheese softened
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 3-3 1/2 cups powdered sugar
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar
  • 1/2 cup milk chocolate chips
  • 1/4 cup mini chocolate chips

Instructions

  • Cream the butter and cream cheese in a large mixing bowl until smooth and creamy, about 2-3 minutes.
  • Add the vanilla extract and mix for an additional 30 seconds.
  • Gradually add the powdered sugar and brown sugar on low speed. Start with 3 cups of powdered sugar until fully incorporated.
  • If the frosting is too soft, add more powdered sugar until desired consistency is reached.
  • Fold in the milk chocolate chips and mini chocolate chips using a spatula.
  • Taste the frosting and adjust sweetness with more powdered sugar if necessary.

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Hand or stand mixer
  • Spatula
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Storage container

Notes

  • Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week.
  • Let frosting come to room temperature before using.
  • Freezing is possible; lasts up to 3 months in a freezer-safe container.