Description
This Peanut Butter Frosting is a creamy and decadent topping that’s perfect for cakes and cupcakes. With a rich peanut butter flavor and a light, fluffy texture, it’s sure to become a favorite for any dessert lover.
Ingredients
Scale
Creamy Peanut Butter Frosting:
- 1 cup creamy peanut butter
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- 1/4 cup heavy cream (plus more as needed)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- pinch of salt
Instructions
- Beat Peanut Butter and Butter: In a large mixing bowl, beat the peanut butter and softened butter together until smooth and creamy.
- Add Powdered Sugar: Add the powdered sugar one cup at a time, mixing on low until incorporated.
- Mix in Cream and Flavorings: Add the heavy cream, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt. Beat on medium-high speed for 2–3 minutes until light and fluffy.
- Adjust Consistency: Adjust the consistency with a little more cream if needed for spreading or piping.
Notes
- For a deeper flavor, use natural peanut butter, but make sure it’s well stirred.
- This frosting pairs well with chocolate, banana, or vanilla cakes and cupcakes.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Frosting
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tablespoons
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 16g
- Sodium: 85mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
