Gather all ingredients. Dotdash Meredith Food Studios
Whisk cocoa powder and warm melted butter together in a large bowl; let sit for 2 minutes. Dotdash Meredith Food Studios
Add confectioners sugar, 5 tablespoons milk, and vanilla extract. Beat with an electric mixer until well blended, smooth, and creamy, about 2 minutes, adding 1 or 2 tablespoons more milk as needed to get to desired consistency. Dotdash Meredith Food Studios
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