Description
Indulge in the creamy, nutty goodness of this Homemade Peanut Butter Frosting that’s perfect for topping your favorite cakes, brownies, or cupcakes. With just a handful of ingredients and a quick prep time, you can elevate your baked treats to a whole new level of deliciousness.
Ingredients
Scale
For the Frosting:
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup creamy peanut butter
- 2 cups powdered sugar, sifted
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 3–4 tablespoons heavy cream or milk
Instructions
- Beat Butter and Peanut Butter: In a large mixing bowl, beat softened butter and peanut butter together until creamy and smooth.
- Add Sugar and Salt: Gradually add powdered sugar and salt, mixing on low speed until combined.
- Stir in Vanilla Extract: Stir in vanilla extract.
- Add Heavy Cream or Milk: Add heavy cream or milk, 1 tablespoon at a time, beating until frosting is light, fluffy, and spreadable.
- Adjust Consistency: Adjust consistency by adding more powdered sugar for thickness or more cream for smoothness.
Notes
- This frosting pairs perfectly with chocolate cake, brownies, or cupcakes.
- For a richer flavor, use natural peanut butter, but make sure it’s well-stirred.
- Frosting can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days—bring to room temperature and re-whip before using.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tablespoons
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 18 g
- Sodium: 90 mg
- Fat: 11 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 20 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 3 g
- Cholesterol: 15 mg
