Chocolate Sour Cream Frosting

Fairly simple to make.  I got this recipe from my co-worker Ruth and used it for Rob's birthday cake.  I liked the frosting the best, he liked the cake the best.


Makes 8 Cups

• 1 Lb (4 cups) confectioners' sugar, sifted
• 1/2 cup unsweetened coacoa powder
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 12 oz cream cheese, room temperature
• 3/4 cup unsalted butter, room temperature
• 18 oz bittersweet chocolated, melted anc cooled
• 1 1/2 cup sour cream

1. Sift together confectioners' sugar, cocoa, and salt
2. With an electric mixer, beat cream cheese and butter until pale and fluffy
3. Gradually add sugar mixture and mix until combined
4. mix in melted and cooled chocolate
5. Mix in sour cream and continue beating until smooth
6. Use immediately

 can be stored in refrigerator up to 5 days, or frozen up to one month in airtight container.