Ingredients:

  • 2 cups granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter
  • 1/2 cup evaporated milk
  • 1/3 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1 tsp pure vanilla extract
  • 1/4 tsp fine sea salt

Instructions:

  1. Prep your station. Have your vanilla, salt, and baked cake ready. This frosting sets in seconds once it's done.
  2. Combine ingredients. Place 2 cups sugar, 1/2 cup butter, 1/2 cup evaporated milk, and 1/3 cup cocoa powder in a heavy saucepan.
  3. Melt slowly. Heat over medium, whisking constantly until the butter is fully liquid and the cocoa is integrated.
  4. Reach the boil. Turn the heat up to medium high and wait for large, volcanic bubbles to cover the surface.
  5. Time the boil. Once it reaches a full rolling boil, set your timer for exactly 2 minutes.
  6. Remove from heat. Pull the pan off the burner immediately after the timer beeps to prevent over cooking.
  7. Add flavors. Stir in 1 tsp vanilla and 1/4 tsp sea salt until the aroma of vanilla blooms.
  8. The beating stage. Let the mixture sit for 1 minute, then whisk vigorously by hand for about 2-3 minutes.
  9. Watch for the shift. Stop whisking until the frosting looks slightly less shiny and starts to thicken.
  10. The rapid pour. Pour the fudge icing over your cake immediately, spreading quickly with a spatula.