Description
This creamy and rich peanut butter frosting is perfect for cakes, cupcakes, and cookies. Made with smooth peanut butter, buttery softness, and a touch of vanilla, it has a luscious texture and perfect sweetness, ideal for spreading or piping.
Ingredients
Scale
Frosting Ingredients
- 1 cup (250 g) creamy peanut butter
- 1/2 cup (115 g) unsalted butter, softened
- 2 cups (240 g) powdered sugar, sifted
- 1–2 tbsp heavy cream or milk (adjust for desired consistency)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Prepare Ingredients: Ensure the unsalted butter is softened to room temperature to facilitate easy mixing with the peanut butter. Sift the powdered sugar to remove lumps and ensure smooth frosting.
- Combine Peanut Butter and Butter: In a large mixing bowl, beat together the creamy peanut butter and softened butter using an electric mixer on medium speed until the mixture is smooth and well blended, about 2-3 minutes.
- Add Powdered Sugar and Vanilla: Gradually add the sifted powdered sugar to the peanut butter mixture, beating on low speed at first to avoid a sugar cloud, then increasing speed until fully incorporated. Mix in the vanilla extract for flavor.
- Adjust Consistency: Add 1 to 2 tablespoons of heavy cream or milk, one tablespoon at a time, while continuing to beat the frosting until it reaches your desired spreadable or pipeable consistency. If frosting is too thick, add more cream; if too thin, add a little more powdered sugar.
- Final Beat: Beat the frosting on medium-high speed for an additional 1-2 minutes to make it light and fluffy. Use immediately or store in the refrigerator until ready to use. If chilled, rewhip before applying.
Notes
- Use creamy peanut butter for smooth texture; crunchy peanut butter will change consistency.
- Adjust the amount of heavy cream or milk to get the right thickness for spreading or piping.
- Store frosting in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
- Bring frosting back to room temperature and rewhip before use if refrigerated.
- This frosting pairs beautifully with chocolate, vanilla, or banana-flavored baked goods.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert Frosting
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
