Description
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This creamy and decadent peanut butter frosting is the perfect topping for cakes, cupcakes, or cookies. With a rich peanut butter flavor and smooth texture, it’s a crowd-pleaser that’s simple to make!
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 extract
Instructions
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Beat Butter and Peanut Butter:
In a large mixing bowl, beat the room-temperature butter and peanut butter together until smooth and creamy. -
Add Sugar and Milk:
Gradually add the confectioners sugar, one cup at a time, mixing well after each addition. Add the milk a tablespoon at a time until the desired consistency is reached. -
Add Vanilla:
Stir in the vanilla extract and continue to mix until the frosting is light and fluffy. -
Frost Your Favorite Dessert:
Spread the peanut butter frosting generously on cakes, cupcakes, or cookies. Enjoy!
Notes
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Adjust Consistency: If the frosting is too thick, add more milk, a teaspoon at a time, until it’s spreadable. If it’s too thin, add a little more powdered sugar to thicken.
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Flavor Variations: For a chocolate twist, add a tablespoon of cocoa powder, or for a salted caramel flavor, add a pinch of sea salt.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert, Frosting
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Mixing
Keywords: Peanut butter frosting, easy frosting, peanut butter dessert topping