Chocolate Buttercream Icing

When I really want a rich chocolate icing for my cakes, I usually go with a ganache, or whipped ganache. But sometimes that's too rich, or won't hold up to the heat/humidity. So, I will go with a chocolate buttercream. It's sweet and chocolatey. Just perfect for something like a vanilla cupcake.

What You Need:
1/2 cup butter (1 stick) - at room temperature
1/2 cup shortening
1 lb. powdered sugar (approx. 4 cups)
2 Tbsp. Cocoa Powder
2 oz. Semi-sweet or Unsweetened chocolate (melted)
2-3 Tsbp. milk
Optional:
1 tsp. vanilla
1 Tbsp. Meringue Powder

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