Billy's Chocolate Buttercream

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As seen on martha stewart. courtesy of billy reech of bill's bakery, nyc. be sure to check out billy's vanilla buttercream recipe, #167663 and billy's vanilla, vanilla cupcake recipe, #167664.

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Steps

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In the bowl of an electric mixer fitted with the paddle attachment , beat butter until smooth and creamy , 2 to 3 minutes.

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With mixer on low speed , add chocolate until just combined.

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Add milk , vanilla , and sugar.

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Mix on medium until well combined , being careful not to overmix.

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Ingredients

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unsalted butter, semisweet chocolate, milk, pure vanilla extract', confectioners' sugar"]"