If you’re a peanut butter lover, get ready to meet your new dessert obsession. This homemade peanut butter frosting is smooth, creamy, and irresistibly nutty. It’s the kind of topping that can take a simple chocolate cupcake or brownie from “pretty good” to “where has this been all my life?”—and it only takes about five minutes to whip up. With its rich, buttery base and just the right touch of sweetness, this frosting pairs beautifully with just about any dessert you can dream up
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- Quick to Make: Just five minutes and you’re done—no stove, no fuss, no drama.
- Incredible Flavor: The creamy peanut butter adds richness that’s perfectly balanced with sweet powdered sugar and warm vanilla.
- Versatile: Spread it over cakes, pipe it onto cupcakes, swirl it onto brownies, or use it as a dip for cookies.
- Customizable: Easy to tweak for sweetness, consistency, or even to add fun flavor twists.
Ingredients You’ll Needth Recipe
Here’s what makes this frosting so dreamy:
- Unsalted Butter: Creates a rich, creamy base and helps the frosting hold its shape. Room temperature is key for smooth mixing.
- Creamy Peanut Butter: Gives that irresistible nutty flavor and velvety texture. Stick with creamy for the smoothest result.
- Powdered Sugar: Sweetens the frosting and adds body so it’s pipeable or spreadable.
- Vanilla Extract: Adds warmth and depth that enhances the peanut butter’s flavor.
- Milk or Heavy Cream: Just a splash to adjust the consistency if needed.
