Step 1

Soften butter in a mixing bowl using a fork or knife.

Step 2

Whisk the butter until it is creamy.

Step 3

Gradually sift in the confectioners’ sugar.

Step 4

Carefully combine the ingredients (confectioners’ sugar can make a mess).

Step 5

Whisk until fully combined and creamy.

Step 6

Add in the vanilla extract (optional).

Step 7

Add in the cocoa powder in the same way you added the confectioners’ sugar.

Step 8

Whisk until fully combined. The frosting should form peaks when you lift the whisk away.

Step 9

Add to your cake!