Description
This Old Fashioned Fudge Icing recipe is rich, glossy, and irresistibly chocolatey—just like Grandma used to make! Perfect for topping cakes, brownies, or cupcakes, it delivers classic fudge flavor with minimal ingredients and effort.
Ingredients
- Unsweetened cocoa powder
- Granulated sugar
- Evaporated milk
- Butter
- Vanilla extract
Instructions
- In a medium saucepan, combine cocoa powder, sugar, and evaporated milk. Stir over medium heat.
- Bring to a boil, then cook 5–7 minutes, stirring constantly, until thickened.
- Remove from heat. Stir in butter and vanilla until smooth.
- Let cool slightly and spread over cake or brownies. It will thicken as it cools.
Notes
- Add a pinch of salt to enhance chocolate flavor.
- Stir in a teaspoon of instant coffee for a mocha version.
- Use half-and-half for extra richness.
- Store in an airtight container at room temp for 2 days or refrigerate up to a week.
- Reheat gently to restore spreadable texture.
