Description
This creamy and decadent peanut butter frosting is the perfect topping for cakes, cupcakes, and cookies. With a smooth texture and rich peanut butter flavor, it’s sure to satisfy your sweet tooth.
Ingredients
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2 cups confectioners sugar
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½ cup butter (room temperature)
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2 tablespoons milk
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½ cup smooth peanut butter
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½ teaspoon vanilla flavoring
Instructions
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In a large mixing bowl, beat the butter and peanut butter together until smooth and creamy.
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Gradually add in the confectioners sugar, 1/4 cup at a time, and mix until combined.
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Add the milk and vanilla flavoring, and continue to beat until smooth and fluffy.
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If the frosting is too thick, add a little more milk, 1 teaspoon at a time, until you reach your desired consistency.
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Spread the frosting on your cooled cake or cupcakes, and enjoy!
Notes
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If you’d like a richer flavor, you can add a pinch of salt to balance the sweetness.
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This frosting pairs wonderfully with chocolate cakes or cookies, as well as banana or carrot cakes.
- The frosting can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 1 week. If it hardens, let it come to room temperature before using.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert, Frosting
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American