Description
Indulge in the rich, creamy goodness of this delectable Creamy Peanut Butter Frosting. Perfect for topping cakes or cupcakes, this easy-to-make frosting is a peanut butter lover’s dream.
Ingredients
Scale
Peanut Butter Frosting:
- 1 cup creamy peanut butter
- ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- ¼ cup heavy cream, plus more as needed
- 1 tsp 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 fluffy.
- Add Powdered Sugar: Add the powdered sugar one cup at a time, beating well after each addition.
- Mix in Flavorings: Mix in the vanilla extract and salt.
- Add Heavy Cream: Slowly add the heavy cream and continue beating until the frosting reaches a creamy, spreadable consistency.
- Adjust Consistency: If the frosting is too thick, add a bit more cream 1 tablespoon at a time until desired texture is achieved.
Notes
- This frosting pairs beautifully with chocolate or banana cake.
- For a stiffer texture ideal for piping, reduce the cream slightly.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tablespoons
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 85mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 19g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
