Try our easy beat-and-spread method for the best chocolate frosting ever!

Do so as well if youre making it ahead or to re-use leftovers.

Add butter, boiling water, and vanilla.

No-Cook Fudge Frosting

Credit: Andy Lyons

Beat with an electric mixer on low speed until combined.

Beat for 1 minute on medium speed.

If necessary, cool for 20 minutes or until mixture reaches spreading consistency.

This frosts tops and sides of two 8- or 9-inch cake layers.

(Halve the recipe to frost a 13x9x2-inch cake.)

Makes about 4 1/2 cups.

2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.