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Peanut Butter Icing Recipe

Published: January 3, 2025 Prep Time: About 10 minutes Cook Time: 0 minutes Total Time: About 10 minutes Serves: 2 cups Difficulty: Easy Category: Dessert Cuisine: American

Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup butter, softened
  • 1 cup creamy peanut butter
  • 2 cups powdered sugar
  • 1/4 cup milk
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 2-3 tablespoons heavy cream (if needed)

Instructions

  1. In a large bowl, beat butter until light and fluffy
  2. Add peanut butter and beat until well combined
  3. Gradually add powdered sugar, beating well after each addition
  4. Add milk and vanilla extract
  5. Beat on medium speed until smooth and creamy
  6. Add salt and mix well
  7. If icing is too thick, add heavy cream 1 tablespoon at a time
  8. If icing is too thin, add more powdered sugar
  9. Beat for 2-3 minutes until light and fluffy
  10. Use immediately or store covered in refrigerator

Special Notes

This peanut butter icing is perfect for cakes, cupcakes, and cookies. The combination of butter and peanut butter creates a rich, creamy texture. The key is beating the butter until it's light and fluffy before adding the peanut butter. You can customize this icing by adding different extracts or using crunchy peanut butter. This icing is perfect for chocolate cakes, brownies, or any dessert that pairs well with peanut butter.

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