Fluffy Cream Cheese Peanut Butter Frosting
Elevate your desserts with this indulgent Fluffy Cream Cheese Peanut Butter Frosting—a dreamy blend of tangy cream cheese, creamy peanut butter, and a touch of vanilla. Perfectly sweetened with powdered sugar and made luxuriously airy with a splash of heavy cream, this versatile frosting is irresistibly smooth, rich, and easy to spread. With just 15 minutes of prep time, this recipe is ideal for topping cakes, cupcakes, or cookies, adding a luscious, nutty twist to your favorite baked treats. Whether you're looking for a decadent frosting for a birthday cake or a unique addition to your baking repertoire, this peanut butter cream cheese frosting guarantees a show-stopping finish. Don't forget to re-whip after refrigeration for that signature fluffy texture!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 8 oz cream cheese
- 1 cup unsalted butter
- 1 cup smooth peanut butter
- 4 cups powdered sugar
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 tbsp heavy cream
- 0.25 tsp salt
Instructions
Allow the cream cheese and butter to soften to room temperature for about 30 minutes for easy mixing.
In a large mixing bowl, use an electric mixer or stand mixer with a paddle attachment to cream the softened cream cheese and butter together until smooth and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.
Add the peanut butter, vanilla extract, and salt. Mix on medium speed until well combined, scraping down the sides of the bowl as needed.
Gradually sift in the powdered sugar, 1 cup at a time, mixing on low speed to prevent a sugar cloud. Once incorporated, increase the speed to medium and mix until fully combined.
Add the heavy cream and beat on high speed for 1-2 minutes, or until the frosting becomes light, fluffy, and easy to spread.
Taste and adjust if needed—add a pinch more salt if the frosting tastes overly sweet.
Use the frosting immediately on cooled cakes, cupcakes, or cookies. Alternatively, store it in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. Let it come to room temperature and re-whip before use for best texture.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
507 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 33.5 g | 43% | |
| Saturated Fat | 16.1 g | 81% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 66 mg | 22% | |
| Sodium | 191 mg | 8% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 45.6 g | 17% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.3 g | 5% | |
| Total Sugars | 42.1 g | ||
| Protein | 6.1 g | 12% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.2 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 23 mg | 2% | |
| Iron | 0.5 mg | 3% | |
| Potassium | 29 mg | 1% | |
*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.
