CHOCOLATE FROSTING

YIELD: 2 cups


INGREDIENTS

2 1/2 sticks unsalted butter, softened
1 cup powdered sugar
1/4 cup cocoa powder (any brand is fine)
3/4 cup light corn syrup
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
8 oz melted semi-sweet chocolate (or preferred type)


DIRECTIONS

In a large bowl and with a hand mixer at low speed, cream butter until smooth. Gradually add powdered sugar and cocoa powder to prevent lumps and increase mixer to medium speed. Mix until smooth. Add light corn syrup and vanilla extract and mix until smooth. Add melted chocolate and beat until thick. Frosting will be ready to use.