chocolate velvet frosting (sallye)

How To Make chocolate velvet frosting (sallye)

• 1

  If you have a double boiler, use it. If you don't, just use a heavy skillet and a saucepan.
• 2

  Fill bottom of double boiler or skillet about 1/3 full of water and heat, but do not boil. Turn heat down to simmer.
• 3

  In top of double boiler or heavy saucepan, place the chocolate morsels over hot water until melted (about 5 minutes). You can also do this in the microwave, but watch it carefully so that it doesn't burn or separate.
• 4

  Transfer to large mixing bowl and let cool for about 5 minutes.
• 5

  Add sour cream, vanilla extract and salt and blend together.
• 6

  Sift and add confectioners sugar and beat until all ingredients are thoroughly mixed, and frosting is smooth and creamy.
• 7

  Will frost two 8 or 9" cake layers.
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