Description
Creamy homemade peanut butter frosting delights taste buds with its rich, smooth texture and irresistible nutty charm. Spread this heavenly topping on cakes, cupcakes, or enjoy it by the spoonful for a delectable treat that satisfies sweet cravings.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 cup creamy peanut butter
- 1/2 cup (113 grams) unsalted butter, softened
- 2 cups (240 grams) powdered sugar
Liquid and Flavor Enhancers:
- 2–3 tablespoons milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Prepare a clean mixing bowl and combine softened butter with creamy peanut butter, using an electric mixer to whip until the texture becomes silky and uniformly blended.
- Introduce powdered sugar gradually into the mixture, blending at medium speed to prevent sugar clouds and ensure a smooth, lump-free consistency.
- Monitor the frosting’s thickness by incorporating milk incrementally, stirring carefully to achieve a spreadable, velvety texture that holds its shape.
- Enhance the flavor profile by gently folding in pure vanilla extract, stirring until the aromatic ingredient is completely integrated throughout the frosting.
- Transfer the finished peanut butter frosting to a piping bag or use an offset spatula to elegantly decorate cakes, cupcakes, or preferred baked treats, creating delectable swirls and peaks.
Notes
- Soften butter completely at room temperature to ensure smooth, lump-free mixing and creamy texture.
- Use creamy peanut butter for the most consistent frosting, avoiding natural varieties that separate easily.
- Sift powdered sugar before adding to prevent clumping and create an ultra-smooth frosting consistency.
- Adjust milk quantity carefully to control spreadability – start with minimal amounts to prevent runny frosting.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12
- Calories: 237
- Sugar: 18 g
- Sodium: 59 mg
- Fat: 17 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 14 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 5 g
- Cholesterol: 12 mg