Sift cocoa and confectioner's sugar together.
Cream butter until light and fluffy.
Slowly add sugar mixture to butter along with sour cream and vanilla on LOW speed until combined. Continue to beat on HIGH for 2 minutes.
This can be ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator until ready to use. It makes about 4 cups of frosting.
Frost cake and keep in the refrigerator, covered.