Quick Chocolate Buttercream

Ingredients

• 3 cups confectioners' sugar, sifted
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 pinch salt
• 2 ounces unsweetened baking chocolate
• 1 stick unsalted butter (1/4 pound), softened, plus 1 1/2 tablespoons

Using a hand mixer or an electric mixer fitted with the paddle attachment, cream the stick of butter in a large bowl until soft, about 1 minute. With the mixer on low, gradually add the sugar. When all the sugar has been incorporated, add the vanilla and salt. Increase mixer speed to high and cre...

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