Description
Creamy, rich, and delicious homemade peanut butter frosting—perfect for cakes, cupcakes, and cookies. Simple and ready in minutes!
Ingredients
Scale
1 cup (240g) creamy peanut butter
½ cup (115g) unsalted butter, softened to room temperature
2 cups (240g) powdered sugar, sifted
¼ cup (60ml) heavy cream or milk (more as needed)
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Pinch of salt (optional, to enhance flavor)
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, beat the creamy peanut butter and softened butter together with an electric mixer on medium speed until smooth and creamy, about 2 minutes.
- Gradually add the sifted powdered sugar, ½ cup at a time, beating on low speed after each addition to avoid a mess. Mix until well combined.
- Add the heavy cream (or milk) and vanilla extract. Beat on medium speed until the frosting reaches your desired consistency—light, fluffy, and spreadable.
- If the frosting is too thick, add more cream or milk, 1 tablespoon at a time. If it’s too thin, add a bit more powdered sugar.
- Taste the frosting and, if needed, add a pinch of salt to balance the sweetness.
- Spread or pipe the frosting onto cooled cakes, cupcakes, or brownies. Decorate as desired and enjoy!
Notes
- This homemade peanut butter frosting is smooth, creamy, and perfect for topping cakes, cupcakes, and cookies effortlessly.
- Made with simple ingredients, this frosting adds a rich, nutty flavor to your favorite desserts in just minutes.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Cuisines
- Method: Mixing, Whipping
- Cuisine: American