4-Ingredient Healthy Frosting
This healthy frosting is so rich and creamy and perfect to top ALL your favorite desserts with. No powdered sugar and no butter needed, it tastes like actual chocolate frosting!
Servings 20 servings
Calories 65kcal
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup coconut oil melted
- 3 tablespoons maple syrup
- 1/2 cup cocoa powder I used dark cocoa powder
- 1 cup unsweetened applesauce * see notes
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, combine your coconut oil, maple syrup, and cocoa powder. Mix until a glossy liquid chocolate texture remains. Add your unsweetened applesauce. Start with 1 cup and, depending on what texture you are after, increase.
- Refrigerate for at least 20 minutes to thicken slightly. If you need to use it immediately, add a teaspoon or two of cornstarch, or as needed.
Notes
* For a thinner, drippy frosting, add more applesauce (or maple syrup).
TO STORE: Leftover frosting should be kept in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 2 weeks. Let it sit at room temperature to soften.
TO FREEZE: Place frosting in a freezer-friendly container and store in the freezer for up to 2 months.
Nutrition
Serving: 1serving | Calories: 65kcal | Carbohydrates: 5g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 6g | Sodium: 1mg | Potassium: 49mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 4IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 6mg | Iron: 1mg | NET CARBS: 4g