Description
Homemade Peanut Butter Frosting is a smooth, fluffy, and creamy frosting made with simple ingredients—perfect for topping cakes, cupcakes, brownies, or spreading on cookies.
Ingredients
- 1 cup creamy peanut butter
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- 1/3 cup heavy cream or milk (adjust for consistency)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt (optional)
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, beat softened butter and peanut butter together until smooth and creamy.
- Gradually add powdered sugar, mixing on low to avoid a mess.
- Add vanilla and 2–3 tablespoons of cream or milk, then beat on high until light and fluffy.
- Adjust with more cream for a softer frosting or more powdered sugar for a firmer one.
- Use immediately or store in the fridge for up to 5 days.
Notes
- For extra fluffy frosting, whip for an additional 2 minutes at the end.
- Add cocoa powder to make a chocolate peanut butter frosting.
- Make it vegan by using dairy-free butter and milk alternatives.
- Prep Time: 5 mins
- Cook Time: 0 mins
- Category: Frosting
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American