Katie's Chocolate Buttercream

 Ingredients:

1 cup butter, softened

1/2 tsp salt

2 tsp vanilla extract

3 1/2 cups powdered sugar

1/2 unsweetened cocoa powder

4 tblsp heavy cream

Preparation:

1. In a stand mixer with the beater blade, beat the butter for 1-2 minutes until it is smooth, creamy, and nearly white in appearance  

2. Add in the salt and vanilla  Mix until incorporated.

3. With the mixer on low speed, slowly add in the powdered sugar and cocoa powder.

4. Add the heavy cream, a tablespoon at a time, mixing slowly until it is the consistency that you'd like.

5. Beat for one minute on medium speed until smooth and creamy.

Note: The beater blade attachment produces a denser icing. However, if you'd like an airer frosting, use the whisk attachment and whisk for an extra 1-2 minutes.