Easy Chocolate Buttercream

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   WITH AN ELECTRIC MIXER, cream butter on medium-high speed until pale and fluffy, about 2 minutes.

2. 2

   Add vanilla.

3. 3

   Reduce speed to medium; add cocoa.

4. 4

   Mix until smooth.

5. 5

   Add sugar, 1 cup at a time, mixing well after each addition.

6. 6

   Mix on high speed until well blended, 10 to 20 seconds more.

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   (If not using immediately, cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate up to 3 days.

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   Before using, bring to room temperature and beat with electric mixer on medium speed until fluffy, 2 or 3 minutes.)

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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