Whipped Peanut Butter Frosting

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Easy to make 4 ingredient creamy peanut butter buttercream frosting is a dessert staple to pair with chocolate cake, white cupcakes, homemade sugar cookie bars or brownies!

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This Fluffy Peanut Butter Frosting will become a new dessert staple

We’re sharing another dessert staple today!

Peanut butter frosting with real peanut butter is an essential recipe for a baker! It pairs well with so many cakes and cupcakes – further down in the post I’ll be sharing my recommendations.

Fluffy peanut butter buttercream is incredibly easy to make and most likely you have all the ingredients on hand already!

Plus peanut butter frosting’s BFF is chocolate frosting! Use them together on any cake or cupcake! You will also love our chocolate whipped cream!

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What is buttercream?

Buttercream is a type of frosting that calls for creaming butter and powdered sugar together to make a fluffy frosting.

Buttercream is the typical frosting that you see paired with cakes and cupcakes.

Peanut Butter Buttercream ingredients

butter, room temperature
creamy peanut butter
powdered sugar
vanilla extract
dash of milk or heavy cream if frosting becomes too thick

How to make Whipped Peanut Butter Frosting

Place room temperature unsalted butter and creamy peanut butter in a mixing bowl. Use an electric mixer on medium and beat the butter for 1 minute, until whipped and fluffy.
Add in the powdered sugar and vanilla extract, beat again on low for 1-2 minutes, scraping down the sides of the bowl, until everything is incorporated.
If the frosting is too thick, add a tablespoon of milk or heavy cream, and beat until creamy.

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Peanut Butter Buttercream Frosting tips

Use room temperature butter because it whips more easily and produces a fluffier frosting
Whip it! Want fluffy frosting? Whipping is the key!
Use creamy peanut butter. I don’t recommend using natural peanut butter.

What to pair with this Easy Peanut Butter Frosting

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How to store Homemade Peanut Butter Frosting

You can store frosting in a sealed container on the counter for up to 2 days.

However, you can store frosting in a sealed container in the fridge for up to 1 week. Before using, place the frosting on the counter and allow it to come to room temperature. Give it a quick whip with an electric mixer before using.

Is peanut butter frosting gluten free?

Yes!!

Why do I have air bubbles in my frosting and how can I get rid of them?

Air bubbles form when whipping the frosting, which is a necessary step in making buttercream! But you can reduce the amount of air bubbles by beating the frosting on low speed for a minute or by hand mixing the frosting. You are essentially pushing out the air bubbles.

Why is my peanut butter frosting separating?

The type of peanut butter you use can affect the stability of the frosting. Natural peanut butter, which tends to have more oil, may lead to separation

Why is my peanut butter frosting so runny?

If the ingredients are too warm, particularly the butter, the frosting may be too soft. Make sure your butter is at room temperature, but not overly softened. If the kitchen is warm, you might need to chill the frosting for a short time to firm it up before using it.

What is the difference between whipped cream and buttercream?

Whipped cream is a light and fluffy topping made from whipped heavy cream, often sweetened with sugar and flavored with vanilla. It has a delicate texture and is best served immediately due to its lower stability. In contrast, buttercream is a thicker, more stable frosting primarily composed of butter, powdered sugar, and flavorings, making it a versatile choice for decorating cakes and cupcakes.

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Homemade Peanut Butter Frosting

By: Beth

Prep Time: 5

Total Time: 5

Servings: -3 cups

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Easy to make 4 ingredient creamy peanut butter buttercream frosting is a dessert staple to pair with chocolate cake, white cupcakes, homemade sugar cookie bars or brownies!

Equipment

Ingredients

▢ 2 sticks unsalted butter, room temperature, 1 cup
▢ ¾ cup creamy peanut butter
▢ 2-3 cups powdered sugar
▢ 1 tsp vanilla extract
▢ dash of milk or heavy cream if frosting becomes too thick

Instructions

Place room temperature unsalted butter and creamy peanut butter in a mixing bowl. Use an electric mixer on medium and beat the butter for 1 minute, until whipped and fluffy.
Add in the powdered sugar and vanilla extract, beat again on low for 1-2 minutes, scraping down the sides of the bowl, until everything is incorporated.
If the frosting is too thick, add a tablespoon of milk or heavy cream, and beat until creamy. Spread or pipe onto cake, cupcakes, or brownies.

Notes

How long does chocolate frosting keep?

You can store frosting in a sealed container on the counter for up to 2 days.

However, you can store frosting in a sealer container in the fridge for up to 1 week. Before using, place the frosting on the counter and allow it to come to room temperature. Give it a quick whip with an electric mixer before using.

Why do I have air bubbles in my frosting and how can I get rid of them?

Air bubbles form when whipping the frosting, which is a necessary step in making buttercream! But you can reduce the amount of air bubbles by beating the frosting on low speed for a minute after mixing everything well or by hand mixing the frosting. You are essentially pushing out the air bubbles.