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Creamy 5 Minute Peanut Butter Frosting

This how to make peanut butter icing will show you how to make the best-tasting peanut butter frosting to go with your cakes, cupcakes, and even brownies!
Prep Time5 minutes
Total Time5 minutes
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Servings: 2 cups

Ingredients

  • 3/4 cup creamy peanut butter
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter softened
  • 1 & 1/2 cup powdered sugar
  • 1/4 teaspon salt
  • 2 tablespoons milk or cream
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
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Instructions

  • In a mixing bowl, cream together the peanut butter and softened butter until smooth.
    3/4 cup creamy peanut butter, 1/2 cup unsalted butter
  • Add the salt then gradually add the powdered sugar, mixing well after each addition, until fully incorporated.
    1 & 1/2 cup powdered sugar, 1/4 teaspon salt
  • Add the vanilla extract and 1 tablespoon of milk or cream. Mix until smooth. If the frosting is still too thick add the second tablespoon of milk of cream and mix again.
    2 tablespoons milk or cream, 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • If the icing is still too thick according to your preference, add more milk or cream, 1 teaspoon at a time, until you reach your desired consistency.
  • Use the icing to frost cupcakes, cakes, or cookies. Enjoy!

Nutrition

Calories: 1349Calories | Carbohydrates: 112g | Protein: 23g | Fat: 96g | Saturated Fat: 39g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 14g | Monounsaturated Fat: 37g | Trans Fat: 2g | Cholesterol: 124mg | Sodium: 477mg | Potassium: 587mg | Fiber: 5g | Sugar: 99g | Vitamin A: 1442IU | Calcium: 81mg | Iron: 2mg