A rich chocolate frosting whipped with sea salt and toffee crunch for the ultimate sweet-salty upgrade.

This Chocolate Salted Toffee Frosting is everything you want in a sweet-meets-salty topping—rich cocoa flavor, smooth buttery texture, and bits of crunchy Heath bar in every bite. The sea salt cuts through the sweetness just enough to make this chocolate salted toffee frosting feel indulgent but perfectly balanced.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

• Perfect balance of sweet and salty.
• Rich chocolate flavor with smooth, fluffy texture.
• Crushed Heath bars add a fun toffee crunch.
• Easy to make with simple ingredients.
• Pairs perfectly with cakes, cupcakes, or brownies.
• This chocolate salted toffee frosting levels up any dessert.

Ingredient Notes

• Salted Butter – Using salted butter gives the frosting a subtle savory edge that enhances the richness of the chocolate and balances the sweetness.
• Powdered Sugar – Creates that fluffy, creamy texture and blends easily into the butter.
• Heavy Cream – Adjust the amount depending on how thick or silky you want the frosting. Start with 4 tablespoons and add more as needed.
• Cocoa Powder – Use unsweetened cocoa for a deep chocolate flavor. Dutch-processed works well if you want a smoother, darker finish.
• Sea Salt – A little extra salt intensifies the flavor and complements the sweet toffee bits.
• Crushed Heath Bars – These add buttery, crunchy caramel bits throughout. Use full-size bars or toffee bits depending on what you have.

Before You Bake

Do I have to use salted butter?
Salted butter adds flavor and balances the sweetness in this frosting. If using unsalted, increase the sea salt slightly to taste.

Can I make this frosting ahead of time?
Yes! Store it in the fridge for up to 4 days. Let it come to room temperature and re-whip before using for the best texture.

Will this frosting hold up for piping?
Absolutely. It’s thick and fluffy enough to pipe onto cupcakes or layer cakes. For super sharp edges, chill slightly before piping.

Chocolate Salted Toffee Frosting

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• Author: Taryn Camp

Ingredients

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• 2 sticks (1 cup) salted butter, softened
• 3 1/2 cups powdered sugar
• 4–6 tablespoons heavy cream
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 2/3 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
• 1/2 teaspoon sea salt
• 1/3 cup crushed Heath bar pieces (or toffee bits)

Instructions

1. In a stand mixer or using a hand mixer, beat the softened butter on medium speed until light and creamy.
2. Gradually mix in half of the powdered sugar until combined.
3. Add the remaining powdered sugar, cocoa powder, vanilla extract, salt, and 4 tablespoons of the heavy cream.
4. Beat on medium-high speed for 2–3 minutes until the frosting is fluffy and smooth.
5. Fold in the crushed Heath bar pieces.
6. Adjust consistency as needed by adding more cream for a silkier texture or extra powdered sugar for a thicker finish.

FAQ

Can I use milk instead of heavy cream?
Yes, but the frosting will be less rich. Stick with heavy cream for the fluffiest, smoothest finish.

Can I freeze chocolate salted toffee frosting?
Yes—freeze in an airtight container for up to one month. Thaw overnight in the fridge, then bring to room temp and re-whip.

What desserts go best with this frosting?
Chocolate cake, brownies, vanilla cupcakes, or even cookie sandwiches. It’s especially great with anything that could use a sweet-salty upgrade.

Can I make this without a mixer?
You can mix by hand, but it will take much longer and the texture won’t be quite as fluffy. A hand mixer is a helpful middle ground.

Can I leave out the toffee bits?
Sure! You’ll still have a rich chocolate frosting with sea salt, but the toffee adds a fun crunch and flavor twist.

Sprinkle of Fun

Host a Sweet and Salty Bake Night where everyone brings a treat that mixes sweet with a salty twist. Think pretzel brownies, potato chip cookies, or caramel corn bars. Your Chocolate Salted Toffee Frosting can be the centerpiece—slathered on a cake or used as a dip for graham crackers, apple slices, or shortbread cookies.

Grab More Treats

• If you love this frosting, try the classic Chocolate Buttercream version!
• For more frosting recipes, check out this section!
• My Chocolate Lovers ebook has even more ideas!