Description
A quick and easy creamy peanut butter frosting that comes together in just 5 minutes. Perfect for frosting cupcakes, cakes, or cookies with a rich, smooth texture and delightful peanut butter flavor.
Ingredients
Scale
Frosting Ingredients
- 3/4 cup creamy peanut butter
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 1/2 cups powdered sugar
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 2 tablespoons milk or cream
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Cream Butter and Peanut Butter: In a mixing bowl, cream together the peanut butter and softened unsalted butter until the mixture is smooth and well combined.
- Add Salt and Powdered Sugar: Add the salt, then gradually add the powdered sugar, mixing thoroughly after each addition until all the sugar is fully incorporated and the mixture is smooth.
- Incorporate Vanilla and Milk: Add the vanilla extract and 1 tablespoon of milk or cream, mixing until the frosting is smooth and creamy. Assess the consistency at this point.
- Adjust Consistency: If the frosting is too thick, add the second tablespoon of milk or cream and mix again. Continue to add milk or cream in 1 teaspoon increments if further thinning is needed to achieve your desired consistency.
- Use the Frosting: Spread or pipe the creamy peanut butter frosting onto cupcakes, cakes, or cookies. Enjoy your deliciously smooth and flavorful frosting!
Notes
- Ensure the butter is softened to room temperature to achieve a smooth frosting consistency.
- Adjust the amount of milk or cream based on your preferred frosting thickness.
- For a dairy-free version, substitute butter with vegan butter and milk or cream with a plant-based alternative.
- Store any leftover frosting in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week.
- Before use, bring refrigerated frosting back to room temperature and stir to soften.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Frosting
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: peanut butter frosting, creamy frosting, quick frosting, no bake frosting, peanut butter dessert topping
