"Say ‘hello’ to your new favorite buttercream recipe! My easy recipe for French buttercream is silky smooth, luscious, flavorful and it holds its shape perfectly! It’s a less-sweet and more smooth alternative than my regular chocolate buttercream. If you’ve never tried making and using this version of buttercream before, you’re in for a real treat! […]..."
INGREDIENTS
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For French Buttercream:
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5 large egg yolks
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1/3 (80 ml) cup water
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1 cup (200 g) white granulated sugar
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2 cups (450 g) unsalted butter, softened
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1/8 tsp salt
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1 tsp coffee emulsion or extract
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1 cup (175 g) semi-sweet chocolate chips, melted
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For Chocolate Cake:
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1 cup (226g) butter, softened at room temperature
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1 cup (200 g) white granulated sugar
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1 tsp vanilla extract
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4 large eggs
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1 cup (236 l)) milk, lukewarm
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2 tbsp instant coffee powder
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1 3/4 cup (220 g) all-purpose flour
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1/4 cup (45 g) cocoa powder
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4 tsp (16 g) baking powder
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1/4 tsp salt
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For Coffee Custard:
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1 large egg yolk
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6 tbsp (75 g) white granulated sugar
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1 tbsp cornstarch
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1 tbsp (15 ml) water
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¾ cup (177 ml) milk
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2 tsp all-purpose flour
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2 tsp instant coffee powder
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1 tbsp (15 ml) coffee liqueur
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2 tbsp (30 g) unsalted butter