Chocolate ButterCream Frosting

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  • 1/4 Cup Shortening
  • 3/4 stick of butter
  • 1/2 cup of cocoa (plus more if desired)
  • 1/2 tsp vanilla
  • 2 cups powdered sugar
  • 3-4 tbsp milk
  • 1/2 tsp imitation butter flavor (optional – but I Love it)

In a large bowl, mix the shortening and the butter.
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until blended and smooth.

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add the cocoa and vanilla and mix until well blended…
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add the milk and gradually beat in the powdered sugar with the mixer, and then smooth out with a spatula, being sure to scrape the sides of the bowl.
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This recipe makes enough to ice 12 cupcakes, with about 1/2 left over for the kids to enjoy.  Can be stored in the refrigerator with a lid, for up to a week. 

*this is ez spreadable icing!  For a more firmer icing, add more powdered sugar.