Description
Indulge in the creamy richness of this homemade peanut butter frosting that’s perfect for topping cupcakes or cakes. With just a few simple ingredients, you can whip up a batch of this delicious frosting in no time.
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
- 1/4 teaspoon 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: Gradually add the powdered sugar, mixing on low speed until fully incorporated.
- Pour in Cream and Flavorings: Pour in the heavy cream, vanilla extract, and salt. Beat on medium-high speed until the frosting is fluffy and spreadable.
- Adjust Consistency: If the frosting is too thick, add more cream 1 tablespoon at a time until desired consistency is reached.
Notes
- Use creamy peanut butter like Jif or Skippy for best texture.
- This frosting pairs well with chocolate or banana cakes.
- Store any leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 5 days and bring to room temperature before using.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tablespoons
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 105mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
