Decadent Gooey Chocolate Icing Recipe

This irresistible gooey chocolate icing is perfect for chocolate lovers. Made with only a few simple ingredients, this recipe yields a velvety smooth and intense chocolate frosting that will take your desserts to the next level. Whether you want to top your favorite cake, cupcakes, or cookies, this gooey chocolate icing will elevate your sweet treats to pure bliss.

Ingredients

• 1 cup of heavy cream
• 8 ounces of semisweet chocolate, chopped
• 1/4 cup of unsalted butter
• 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract
• 2 cups of powdered sugar

Directions

1. In a small saucepan, heat the heavy cream over medium heat until it starts to simmer.
2. Remove the saucepan from the heat and add the chopped semisweet chocolate and unsalted butter. Stir until the chocolate and butter melt completely and the mixture is smooth.
3. Allow the mixture to cool for a few minutes, then stir in the vanilla extract.
4. Gradually whisk in the powdered sugar until the icing becomes thick and glossy.
5. Let the gooey chocolate icing sit at room temperature for about 10 minutes to cool further and thicken slightly.
6. Pour the icing over your desired dessert while it is still warm and gooey. Spread it evenly using a spatula or the back of a spoon.
7. Allow the icing to set for at least 1 hour before serving. Enjoy!

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