European Recipes : Desserts

Some recipes just feel like instant classics—and this Dark Chocolate American Buttercream from Iryna is exactly that. It’s rich, dark, a little salty, creamy, and completely dreamy. The kind of frosting that makes you pause mid-bite and go “Wow.”

What I love most about it is that it’s not overly sweet. It’s sophisticated, with just the right balance of deep chocolate flavour and a subtle salty edge. But it’s also flexible—if you’re someone who prefers a more traditional, sweet American buttercream, you can easily adjust the icing sugar to your taste.

Whether you're topping cupcakes, layering a cake, or sneaking a spoonful straight from the bowl (no judgment here), this buttercream is a winner. It’s the kind of recipe that makes you want to find excuses to bake—just so you can make it again.