Chocolate Peanut Butter Icing
Indulge your sweet tooth with this luxuriously rich Chocolate Peanut Butter Icing, the ultimate topping for cakes, cupcakes, brownies, and more. Combining the creamy decadence of smooth peanut butter with the deep, bittersweet allure of cocoa powder, this recipe creates a perfectly balanced frosting that's irresistibly fluffy and easy to spread. Made with simple pantry staples like unsalted butter, powdered sugar, and a splash of vanilla, this icing comes together in just 15 minutes, making it ideal for any occasion. Whether you're layering it thick on a chocolate cake or swirling it onto cupcakes, the velvety texture and sweet-salty notes make it a crowd-pleasing favorite. Master this easy frosting recipe today and elevate your baked goods to the next level!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter
- 1 cup smooth peanut butter
- 3 cups powdered sugar
- 1 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 4 tablespoons milk or heavy cream
- 0.25 teaspoons salt (optional, to taste)
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, beat the unsalted butter and smooth peanut butter together using a hand mixer or stand mixer on medium speed until smooth and creamy, about 2-3 minutes.
Sift the powdered sugar and unsweetened cocoa powder into the bowl to remove any lumps.
Gradually add the sifted powdered sugar and cocoa powder to the butter mixture, mixing on low speed until combined.
Add the vanilla extract, milk or heavy cream (one tablespoon at a time), and optional salt to the bowl. Beat on medium speed until the icing reaches your desired consistency. Add more milk or heavy cream if the icing is too thick, or more powdered sugar if it is too thin.
Once the ingredients are fully incorporated and the icing is smooth, give it a final mix on high speed for 1-2 minutes to make it extra fluffy and easy to spread.
The icing is now ready to use. Spread generously on your favorite baked goods, or store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
4370 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 250.9 g | 322% | |
| Saturated Fat | 95.6 g | 478% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 251 mg | 84% | |
| Sodium | 1647 mg | 72% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 567.5 g | 206% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 101.7 g | 363% | |
| Total Sugars | 377.0 g | ||
| Protein | 107.0 g | 214% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.8 mcg | 4% | |
| Calcium | 384 mg | 30% | |
| Iron | 44.1 mg | 245% | |
| Potassium | 3760 mg | 80% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
