Glossy Chocolate Frosting

I like this recipe because it is lower in fat and sugar, but still rich and delicious. It is a make-over recipe from Taste of Home's Light & Tasty.

• Ready In: 15 mins
• Yields: 1 1/4 cups

Ingredients

• 1⁄2 cup sugar
• 1⁄2 cup sugar substitute, such as Splenda
• 1⁄2 cup  baking cocoa
• 3  tablespoons cornstarch
• 1  cup cold water
• 4 1⁄2 teaspoons butter
• 1  teaspoon vanilla extract

Directions

1. In a saucepan, combine the sugar, Splenda, cocoa and cornstarch. Add water and stir until smooth.
2. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 1 minute or until thickened.
3. Remove from heat; stir in butter and vanilla until smooth.
4. Spread over cupcakes or cake while frosting is still warm.