Description
Indulge in the rich and creamy goodness of this homemade peanut butter frosting. Perfect for topping cakes, cupcakes, or brownies, this easy recipe is sure to become a favorite for all peanut butter lovers.
Ingredients
Scale
Ingredients:
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 1 cup creamy peanut butter
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- 1/4 cup heavy cream or milk (more as needed)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- pinch of salt (optional)
Instructions
- Beat Butter and Peanut Butter: In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened butter and peanut butter together until smooth and creamy.
- Add Powdered Sugar: Add the powdered sugar, 1 cup at a time, beating well after each addition.
- Blend Ingredients: Pour in the vanilla extract and gradually add the heavy cream, 1 tablespoon at a time, until the frosting reaches your desired consistency—light, fluffy, and spreadable.
- Adjust Seasoning: Add a pinch of salt to balance the sweetness, if desired.
- Storage: Use immediately or store covered in the refrigerator for up to 1 week. Bring to room temperature before using.
Notes
- This frosting pairs perfectly with chocolate cake, banana cupcakes, or brownies.
- For a stiffer frosting (great for piping), reduce the cream slightly.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Frosting
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tablespoons
- Calories: 190
- Sugar: 16g
- Sodium: 85mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
