Fudgy Graham Cracker Frosting

📜 Collection: Gail’s Collection | ✍️ Attribution: Unknown | 📂 Category: Sauces A rich and textured frosting featuring a delightful crunch from graham crackers and walnuts. This unique recipe spreads perfectly over warm cakes for a decadent finish.


Prep TimeCook TimeInactive / Chill TimeYield / Servings
10 mins0 minsNoneFrosting for one 9x13 inch cake

🔪 Key Equipment

  • medium mixing bowl
  • electric hand mixer
  • silicone spatula

Ingredients

MeasurementsIngredientsPrep / Notes
1/2 cupCondensed Milkstandard
2 tablespoonsButtermelted
1 cupPowdered Sugarsifted
2 tablespoonsHershey’s Cocoa Powderunsweetened
3/4 cupGraham Cracker Crumbsfine
1/2 cupWalnutschopped
1 teaspoonVanilla Extractpure

Instructions

Step 1: Base Preparation

  1. In a medium bowl, combine the 1/2 cup condensed milk, 2 tablespoons melted butter, 1 cup sifted powdered sugar, and 2 tablespoons cocoa powder. Mix well until the texture is smooth and glossy.

Step 2: Incorporate Texture

  1. Add the 3/4 cup graham cracker crumbs and beat the mixture with an electric mixer until it becomes thick and creamy.

Step 3: Final Fold

  1. Stir in the 1 teaspoon vanilla extract and 1/2 cup chopped walnuts by hand until just combined and evenly distributed.

Step 4: Application

  1. Spread the frosting immediately onto a warm cake for the easiest application; the frosting will set firmly as it cools.

💡 Make-Ahead & Storage: Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days; bring to room temperature before spreading.


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