Espresso Dark Chocolate Mascarpone Frosting

4.50 from 10 votes

Espresso Dark Chocolate Mascarpone Frosting

This espresso dark chocolate mascarpone frosting is the perfect addition to your favorite chocolate cake, brownies, or even cookies. Super rich and fudgy with the perfect hint of espresso flavor. If you're looking for your new favorite frosting you need to give this recipe a try!

Prep Time10

Course: Dessert

Keyword: chocolate frosting, cream cheese alternative frosting, dark chocolate frosting, espresso dark chocolate mascarpone frosting, espresso frosting, mascarpone frosting

Servings: cups

Author: Brandy O'Neill - Nutmeg Nanny

Equipment

Ingredients

8 ounces mascarpone cheese
1/3 cup powdered sugar
1/3 cup dark cocoa powder
2 teaspoons instant espresso powder
1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
1 cup heavy whipping cream

Instructions

In a medium-sized mixing bowl add mascarpone cheese, powdered sugar, dark cocoa powder, instant espresso powder, and kosher salt.
Using a mixer, mix the ingredients together until smooth.
Add in the heavy whipping cream and mix for another 2-3 minutes until fluffy.
Make sure to scrape down the sides at least once so the frosting gets completely blended.
Use on cakes, brownies, or cookies.

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