Chocolate Buttercream Candy Recipe: Easy and Delicious

Last Updated on January 14, 2023

mUsually eaten at Easter time, chocolate buttercream candies are extremely popular and delicious. While you can buy them pre-made in grocery stores, you may want to try making your own at home. For this reason, we’ll be looking at a chocolate buttercream candy recipe and a few variations on how to make these yummy treats. Whether it’s Easter or not, you can enjoy these bite-sized delicacies any time of the year. Let’s take a closer look.

What Are Buttercream Candies?

Chocolate buttercream candy is exactly as it sounds. They are small pieces of candy, that have a creamy buttercream filling. The chocolate is melted and the buttercream pieces are dipped into the chocolate and set. They are usually served around Easter time.

Ingredients in Buttercream Candies

You may be curious as to the ingredients in chocolate buttercream candies. For our most-loved recipe, you’ll need the following:

• unsalted butter
• confectioners’ sugar
• whole milk
• vanilla extract
• almond extract
• salt
• vegetable oil
• baking chocolate

Nutritional Information of Buttercream Candies

You may be wondering about the nutritional value when it comes to buttercream candies. Each buttercream candy contains the following:

• Fat: 9g
• Carbs: 24g
• Sugars: 21g
• Dietary Fiber: 0.5g
• Protein: 1g
• Sodium: 40mg

Old Fashioned Buttercream Candy Recipe

Nothing beats an old-fashioned recipe, and this chocolate buttercream candy recipe is incredible. This recipe is inspired by one from I Am Baker. Let’s take a closer look.

Ingredients

For this recipe, you’ll need the following ingredients:

• 1/2 cup of unsalted butter
• 4 cups of confectioners’ sugar
• 3 tablespoons of whole milk
• 2 teaspoons of vanilla extract
• 1/2 teaspoon of almond extract
• a pinch of salt
• 4 bars of baked chocolate
• 1 teaspoon of vegetable oil

Recipe

Step 1: Start the Buttercream

Add the butter to a stand mixer (or electric mixer) and beat until light and creamy. This should take a few minutes. Gradually add the confectioners’ sugar, one cup at a time. Once combined, add the extracts, salt, and milk. Keep mixing until you reach the consistency you’re looking for.

Chocolate Buttercream Candy Recipe

If you’re looking for a simple chocolate buttercream candy recipe, this one from Sally’s Baking Addiction is perfect. Let’s take a closer look.

Ingredients

The ingredients you’ll need for this recipe are:

• 1/2 cup of softened butter
• 4 cups of confectioners’ sugar
• 3 tablespoons of heavy cream
• 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract
• 1/2 teaspoon of almond extract
• pinch of salt
• 4oz of chopped semi-sweet chocolate
• 1 teaspoon of vegetable oil

Recipe

Now all you need to do is:

1. Add butter to a stand mixer (or electric mixer) and beat the butter until light and creamy. This should take a few minutes.
2. Gradually add the sugar, one cup at a time.
3. Now add the extracts and cream and beat for a few minutes until you reach the consistency you require.
4. Add a pinch of salt and then chill your buttercream for around an hour.
5. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and remove the buttercream cream fridge.
6. Roll your buttercream into one tablespoon of balls. Repeat with the rest of the mixture.
7. Chill eggs for around an hour.
8. Add the chocolate and oil to a microwave-safe bowl and melt in 15-20 second intervals. Once melted, leave to cool.
9. Place buttercream balls into the chocolate and then remove from the chocolate with a fork and place onto your baking sheet.
10. Add leftover chocolate to a squeeze bottle and pour over the top of your candies.
11. Chill for at least 30 minutes before serving.

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Buttercream Pinwheel Candy Recipe

If you’re looking for buttercream pinwheels, this is the recipe for you. This recipe is inspired by one from Cookies and Cups. Let’s take a closer look.

Ingredients

The ingredients you’ll need for this recipe are:

• 1/2 cup of butter
• 5-6 cups of powdered sugar
• 1/3 cup of milk
• 1 cup of Nutella, Biscoff, or peanut butter

Recipe

Now all you need to do is:

1. Add butter, sugar, and milk to a bowl and mix until it becomes a ball shape.
2. Line a baking sheet and dust it with powdered sugar.
3. Roll out your ball of buttercream into a rectangle (1/4 inch thick)
4. Cut in half and then spread your filling onto both halves with a knife.
5. Using the parchment paper, roll up your buttercream.
6. Place in the fridge for at least an hour, and then cut into candy pieces.

Chocolate Buttercream Frosting Recipe

If you want to make chocolate buttercream inside your buttercream candies, this is the recipe to use. Let’s take a closer look.

Ingredients

The ingredients you’ll need for this recipe are:

• 1 cup of unsalted butter
• 3 1/2 cups of confectioners’ sugar
• 1/2 cup of cocoa powder
• 3 tablespoons of heavy cream
• 1/8 teaspoon of salt
• 2 teaspoons of vanilla extract

Recipe

Now all you need to do is:

1. Add your butter to a stand mixer (or electric mixer) and beat until light and creamy. This should take a few minutes.
2. Gradually add the confectioner’s sugar, one cup at a time.
3. And then add the heavy cream, vanilla extract, cocoa powder, and salt.
4. Mix well for a few minutes, until the buttercream is light and fluffy. If your frosting is too thick, add more cream. Or if it’s too thin, add more confectioners’ sugar.
5. Place in an airtight container and keep in the refrigerator for best results.

It will last around a week in the fridge and up to 3 months in the freezer.

Conclusion

I hope this article has helped you to become more familiar with a chocolate buttercream candy recipe. Did you like our suggestions? Remember that you can pick and choose your fillings to make these recipes your own; you can even use some other flavor of buttercream. Our favorite is chocolate, though! Be sure to post pictures of your creations down below. 

If you have any tips or tricks when it comes to making chocolate buttercream candy, then please feel free to let me know in the comments below.

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Old Fashioned Buttercream Candy Recipe

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Ingredients

  

• ▢ 1/2 cup unsalted butter
• ▢ 4 cups confectioners' sugar
• ▢ 3 tbsp whole milk
• ▢ 2 tsp vanilla extract
• ▢ 1/2 tsp almond extract
• ▢ a pinch of salt
• ▢ 4 bars baked chocolate
• ▢ 1 tsp vegetable oil

Instructions 

• Add the butter to a stand mixer (or electric mixer) and beat until light and creamy. This should take a few minutes. Gradually add the confectioners' sugar, one cup at a time. Once combined, add the extracts, salt, and milk. Keep mixing until you reach the consistency you're looking for.
• Place the buttercream into the refrigerator covered in plastic wrap, for at least one hour. When ready to use, line a sheet with parchment paper.
• Using a tablespoon, scoop the buttercream into small balls and place it on your prepared baking sheet. Do this until all buttercream has been used. Place in the fridge again, for at least an hour.
• Add baking chocolate to a heat-safe bowl and melt in the microwave. Do this in 20-second intervals, checking often. Do this until the chocolate is melted and then leave it to cool.
• Place the buttercream balls into the cooled melted chocolate; ensuring full coverage. Lift out the buttercream ball and place it onto a baking sheet. Repeat until all balls are coated and pour any leftover chocolate over the balls. Chill until the chocolate is set. Enjoy!

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Karen Rutherford

Karen is a passionate pastry chef who loves to create delicious baked goods. She has been in the culinary arts for over 10 years, honing her skills and perfecting her craft. Karen is known for her creativity and attention to detail, creating unique desserts that bring a smile to everyone’s face. She is always looking for ways to challenge herself and come up with new recipes that are both tasty and visually appealing. Karen loves to experiment with different flavors and textures, and she is committed to providing the highest quality of products to her customers.