Description
This creamy Peanut Butter Icing is quick, rich, and so easy to make! Perfect for topping cakes, cupcakes, brownies, or cookies, it’s the ultimate sweet and salty frosting. With just a handful of ingredients and only 10 minutes of prep time, this easy recipe is a must for peanut butter lovers and anyone needing simple breakfast ideas, easy dessert recipes, or fun food ideas for gatherings. Use it for birthday cakes, breakfast treats, or as a quick snack topping!
Ingredients
1 cup creamy peanut butter
1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
2 cups powdered sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2–3 tablespoons milk or heavy cream
Instructions
1. In a large mixing bowl, beat together the peanut butter and softened butter until completely smooth and fluffy.
2. Add the powdered sugar one cup at a time, beating well after each addition until fully incorporated and smooth.
3. Mix in the vanilla extract and beat until combined.
4. Add the milk or heavy cream, one tablespoon at a time, until the icing reaches your desired consistency. For piping, keep it thicker; for spreading, add a bit more liquid.
5. Use immediately to frost cakes, cupcakes, brownies, or cookies. If making ahead, store covered in the refrigerator and bring to room temperature before using.
Notes
For best results, use creamy shelf-stable peanut butter. Natural peanut butter can make the icing too runny.
Adjust consistency with milk or powdered sugar as needed for piping or spreading.
Store leftover icing in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a week or freeze for up to 2 months. Re-whip before using.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert, Frosting
- Method: No-bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tablespoons
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 17g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
Keywords: peanut butter icing, easy dessert, quick frosting, homemade icing, easy recipe, breakfast ideas