Description
Indulge in the rich and creamy goodness of this homemade Peanut Butter Frosting. Perfect for topping cakes, cupcakes, or cookies, this easy-to-make frosting will elevate your baked treats to a whole new level.
Ingredients
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Ingredients:
- 1 cup creamy peanut butter
- ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2–3 tablespoons heavy cream or milk
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, beat the peanut butter and softened butter together until smooth and creamy. Add the powdered sugar one cup at a time, mixing well after each addition.
- Stir in the vanilla extract. Add the heavy cream or milk one tablespoon at a time until the frosting reaches your desired consistency.
- Beat on high speed for 1–2 minutes until light and fluffy. Use immediately to frost cakes, cupcakes, or cookies.
Notes
- For a richer flavor, use natural peanut butter, but ensure it’s well stirred and not too oily.
- This frosting pairs perfectly with chocolate or banana cakes.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days; bring to room temperature before using.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tablespoons
- Calories: 190
- Sugar: 16g
- Sodium: 85mg
- Fat: 13g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 17g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
