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Chocolate Drop Cookies

Buttercream Frosting

  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Total Time: 5 minutes
  • Yield: 2 cups dip 1x
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Mix
  • Cuisine: American

Ingredients

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  • 2 sticks butter, softened
  • 2 1/2 cups powdered sugar
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 1/2 teaspoon almond extract
  • 1 tablespoon heavy cream

Instructions

  1. Mix softened butter on medium speed with an electric or stand mixer. Beat for 30 seconds until smooth and creamy.
  2. Add powdered sugar, heavy whipping cream, and vanilla and almond extracts. Increase to high-speed and beat for 3 minutes. Add more cream if needed for spreading consistency.
  3. For Chocolate Frosting: Add 1/2 cup cocoa. You may need to add a touch more cream.

Keywords: powdered sugar, butter, frosting