Homemade Peanut Butter Frosting

Indulge in the creamy goodness of Homemade Peanut Butter Frosting, a perfect topping for your favorite cakes, cupcakes, or brownies. This delightful recipe combines the nutty flavor of peanut butter with the sweetness of powdered sugar to create a smooth and luscious frosting that will take your desserts to the next level.

Why Make This Recipe

Making your own peanut butter frosting at home allows you to customize the sweetness and texture to suit your taste preferences. It’s quick, easy, and budget-friendly, giving you the freedom to create delicious treats anytime you want.

How to Make Homemade Peanut Butter Frosting

Ingredients:

• 2 sticks (1 cup) unsalted butter, at room temperature


• 3/4 cup creamy peanut butter


• 2-3 cups powdered sugar


• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract


• Dash of milk or heavy cream if needed for consistency

Directions:

1. Combine the room temperature unsalted butter and creamy peanut butter in a mixing bowl.


2. Beat the butter on medium speed until light and fluffy, about 1 minute.


3. Add powdered sugar and vanilla extract; beat on low speed for 1-2 minutes until smooth.


4. Adjust the consistency by adding milk or heavy cream if needed.


5. Spread or pipe the frosting onto your baked treats.

How to Serve Homemade Peanut Butter Frosting

Serve this creamy peanut butter frosting on top of cakes, cupcakes, brownies, or cookies. Enjoy it as a delicious filling between cake layers or as a topping for your favorite desserts.

How to Store Homemade Peanut Butter Frosting

Store leftover frosting in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 week. Before using, let it come to room temperature and give it a quick stir to restore its creamy texture.

Tips to Make Homemade Peanut Butter Frosting

• Use room temperature butter for a smoother and fluffier frosting.


• Adjust the amount of powdered sugar based on your desired sweetness.


• For a thicker consistency, add more powdered sugar; for a thinner consistency, add a little more milk or cream.


• Experiment with different types of peanut butter for unique flavor variations.

Variation

For a chocolate twist, mix in 1/4 cup of cocoa powder to the frosting for a delectable chocolate peanut butter flavor.

Homemade Peanut Butter Frosting

Enjoy the rich and nutty flavors of this Homemade Peanut Butter Frosting that elevates your baked treats to a new level. Creamy, smooth, and perfectly sweet, this frosting is a must-have for all peanut butter lovers.

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Prep Time 10 minutes mins

Total Time 10 minutes mins

Course Desert

Servings 12

Calories 150 kcal

Ingredients

  

• 2 sticks unsalted butter, at room temperature
• 3/4 cup creamy peanut butter
• 2-3 cups powdered sugar
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• Dash milk or heavy cream if needed for consistency

Instructions

 

• Combine the room temperature unsalted butter and creamy peanut butter in a mixing bowl.
• Beat the butter on medium speed until light and fluffy, about 1 minute.
• Add powdered sugar and vanilla extract; beat on low speed for 1-2 minutes until smooth.
• Adjust the consistency by adding milk or heavy cream if needed.
• Spread or pipe the frosting onto your baked treats.

Notes

You can add a pinch of salt to enhance the flavor of the frosting.

Keyword cake topping, creamy frosting, cupcake frosting, Homemade peanut butter frosting, Nutty flavor