Best 5 Creamy Peanut Butter Frosting Recipes

Indulge in a delightful culinary journey with our creamy peanut butter frosting, a symphony of flavors that will tantalize your taste buds. This versatile frosting is the perfect complement to a variety of desserts, adding a rich, nutty flavor that is both satisfying and irresistible. Whether you're looking for a classic peanut butter frosting to top your favorite chocolate cake or a unique twist on vanilla cupcakes, our collection of recipes has something for everyone. From simple and straightforward to decadent and elaborate, these recipes cater to all skill levels, ensuring that every baker can create a frosting that is both delicious and visually stunning. So, gather your ingredients, preheat your oven, and prepare to embark on a baking adventure that will leave you craving more.

Here are our top 5 tried and tested recipes!

CREAMY PEANUT BUTTER FROSTING

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This was so easy to make and tastes delicious. I was also able to use some with some red food coloring to decorate the cake. I have had it written on a piece of paper for a long time.. don't know where I got it, but I needed to make a cake today and remembered this. This makes enough to frost and fill a two layer 9 inch cake, or frost a sheet cake.

Provided by CoolMonday

Categories Dessert

Time 5m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 5

Ingredients

1 cup butter (softened to room temperature)
1 cup creamy peanut butter
4 cups powdered sugar
1/4 cup milk
2 teaspoons vanilla

Steps:

Cream butter and peanut butter together.
Add half the powdered sugar and blend.
Blend in milk and vanilla.
Add remaining powdered sugar.
Stir until smooth and well blended.

CREAMY PEANUT BUTTER FROSTING

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I came up with this recipe for us folks who want amazing frosting but don't want to use confectioners' sugar! I wanted to create something fluffy, creamy, and delicious. My friends and family rave over this frosting! It goes perfectly with chocolate cake.

Provided by Jennifer

Categories Desserts Frostings and Icings

Time 1h10m

Yield 24

Number Of Ingredients 5

Ingredients

1 ½ cups white sugar
½ cup butter, softened
1 cup creamy peanut butter
1 cup heavy whipping cream
2 tablespoons vanilla extract

Steps:

Beat sugar and butter together in a large bowl using an electric mixer on medium speed until smooth and no longer gritty, about 5 minutes. Add peanut butter, cream, and vanilla extract to the butter mixture. Beat on medium speed until frosting is well-mixed and smooth, 5 to 7 minutes.
Transfer frosting to an airtight container and refrigerate until firm, 1 to 2 hours.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 182.8 calories, Carbohydrate 15 g, Cholesterol 23.8 mg, Fat 12.9 g, Fiber 0.6 g, Protein 2.9 g, SaturatedFat 5.8 g, Sodium 80.4 mg, Sugar 13.6 g

PEANUT BUTTER CUPCAKES WITH CREAMY CHOCOLATE FROSTING

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My son is a peanut butter connoisseur, so I wanted to come up with a cupcake recipe he would like. He gave them a thumbs up. If you like chocolate and peanut butter, you will agree.-Carolee Meek, Huntsville, Utah

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Desserts

Time 55m

Yield 22 cupcakes.

Number Of Ingredients 18

Ingredients

3/4 cup creamy peanut butter
1/2 cup butter, softened
1 cup sugar
1/2 cup packed brown sugar
4 eggs
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
2 cups all-purpose flour
3/4 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
3/4 cup buttermilk
CREAMY CHOCOLATE FROSTING:
1/4 cup butter, softened
3-1/2 cups confectioners' sugar
1/2 cup baking cocoa
6 tablespoons milk
1-1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract
1/4 teaspoon salt

Steps:

In a large bowl, cream the peanut butter, butter and sugars until light and fluffy. Beat in eggs and vanilla. Combine the flour, baking soda, baking powder and salt; add to the creamed mixture alternately with buttermilk, beating well after each addition. Fill paper-lined cups two-thirds full. , Bake at 350° for 24-26 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Cool for 10 minutes before removing from pans to wire racks to cool completely., For frosting, in a small bowl, cream butter until light and fluffy. Gradually beat in the sugar, baking cocoa, milk, vanilla and salt. Frost cupcakes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 302 calories, Fat 12g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 56mg cholesterol, Sodium 216mg sodium, Carbohydrate 45g carbohydrate (33g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 5g protein.

CREAMY PEANUT BUTTER FROSTING

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This Is the recipe I used to frost MICHELLE'S FAVORITE CHOCOLATE MAYONNAISE CAKE. My husband requested that I make the cake but use a Peanut Butter Frosting. I basically used my Cream Cheese Frosting recipe but omitted the Cream Cheese to allow the flavors from the Peanut Butter to come through. He truly loved the cake. I have...

Provided by Rose Mary Mogan

Categories Other Desserts

Time 15m

Number Of Ingredients 7

Ingredients

1 lb powderd sugar or confectioners sugar
1 c creamy or chunky peanut butter(i used creamypeter pan)
1 stick butter softened (1/2 cup)
2 tsp vanilla extract or vanilla bean paste
1 tsp coffee extract
4-6 Tbsp milk (i used evaporated milk) or more to reach desired spreading consistency
10-12 pieces of candy as desired, optional i used kit kat & reese's peanut butter cups

Steps:

1. These are the main ingredients to make the frosting.
2. Add the softened butter and peanut butter to a medium size bowl and beat together until creamy and smooth.
3. Then add in the vanilla, coffee extract, & powdered sugar. Using slow speed at first slowly lend the powdered sugar into the creamy mixture.
4. Add the milk a tablespoon or 2 at a time until it reaches the desired consistency you need to frost the cake or cup Cakes.
5. When desired consistency is reached frost cake or cup cakes with an off set spatula as desired. Garnish top with assorted candies or sprinkles if desired.
6. Cut and enjoy. I made my daughter Michelle's Favorite Chocolate Mayonnaise Cake with this delicious frosting, but it is also great on cupcakes too. Here is the link for the cake that I made using this frosting https://www.justapinch.com/recipes/dessert/cake/michelles-favorite-chocolate-mayonnaise-cake.html

CREAMY PEANUT BUTTER FROSTING

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Categories Cake Chocolate Dessert

Number Of Ingredients 5

Ingredients

1 &1/2 cups butter, softened
1 &1/2 cups smooth peanut butter
6 cups powdered sugar
1/3 cup milk
3 tsp vanilla

Steps:

1. Cream butter & peanut butter together. 2. Add in half the powdered sugar. 3. Blend in vanilla and milk. 4. Add remaining powdered sugar. 5. Mix until smooth and well blended.

Tips:

Use softened butter: This will make the frosting smooth and creamy. If your butter is too cold, it will be difficult to cream together with the peanut butter.
Use creamy peanut butter: This will give the frosting a smooth and velvety texture. If you use chunky peanut butter, the frosting will be gritty.
Add a pinch of salt: This will help to balance the sweetness of the frosting.
Use a stand mixer or hand mixer: This will make it much easier to cream together the butter and peanut butter.
Be patient: It may take a few minutes to get the frosting to the desired consistency. Don't overbeat it, or it will become stiff and grainy.

Conclusion:

Creamy peanut butter frosting is a delicious and versatile frosting that can be used on a variety of desserts. It is easy to make and can be customized to your liking. Whether you like it sweet, salty, or chocolatey, there is a creamy peanut butter frosting recipe out there for you. So next time you are looking for a delicious and easy frosting, give creamy peanut butter frosting a try.