Easy Microwave Fudge Frosting

This is an easy recipe that yields a soft, rich frosting perfect for topping any brownies, cake or bar cookies.

• Ready In: 7 mins
• Yields: 1 1/2 cups

Ingredients

• 3  ounces  baking chocolate squares, unsweetened, chopped
• 1⁄4 cup butter
• 1⁄4 cup milk
• 1 3⁄4-2  cups powdered sugar
• 1⁄2 teaspoon vanilla extract

Directions

1. In a medium mixing bowl, microwave the chopped unsweetened cocoa squares, butter and the milk for about 30 seconds. Stir and microwave for 30-45 seconds more until melted.
2. Whisk together until smooth. Then add the vanilla and the powdered sugar 1/2 cup at a time, whisking until smooth.
3. Immediately pour over cooled brownies, cake or bar cookies. Spread quickly and smoothly. Do not retouch, since the frosting hardens quickly. Allow to set for one hour before slicing and serving.