Cooked Peanut Butter Icing Frosting Recipe

Indulge in the creamy, dreamy perfection of this Cooked Peanut Butter Icing Frosting! Inspired by a treasured family recipe, this frosting is rich, decadent, and the perfect complement to chocolate cake (or any cake, really!). Easy to make with simple ingredients, this recipe yields enough frosting for a luscious two-layer cake. Get ready to experience peanut butter frosting like never before!

Prep Time 5 mins

Cook Time 25 mins

Calories 216.1 kcal

Protein 9g

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Adapted from Food.com, then tested & standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Cooked Peanut Butter Icing Frosting

1 cup granulated sugar
1/2 cup milk
Light Corn Syrup
1/2 cup unsalted margarine (softened)
1 cup creamy peanut butter
1 teaspoon vanilla extract

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How to Make Cooked Peanut Butter Icing Frosting

In a heavy-bottomed saucepan, combine 1 cup granulated sugar, 1/2 cup milk, and 1/4 cup light corn syrup.
Bring the mixture to a rolling boil over medium-high heat, stirring constantly. Boil for exactly 3 minutes, stirring continuously to prevent scorching.
Immediately remove from heat and place the saucepan in a larger bowl filled with ice water. This stops the cooking process and prevents further thickening.
Add 1/2 cup unsalted margarine (softened), 1 cup creamy peanut butter, and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract to the saucepan.
Using a hand mixer or stand mixer, beat the mixture vigorously until it thickens to a smooth, spreadable consistency. This may take 3-5 minutes. The frosting will thicken further as it cools.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

3 g

Sugar

108g

Fat

10g

Carbs

10g

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Cooked Peanut Butter Icing Frosting?

Cooked Peanut Butter Icing Frosting takes about 30 minutes from start to finish — roughly 5 minutes to prepare and 25 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Cooked Peanut Butter Icing Frosting?

Cooked Peanut Butter Icing Frosting has approximately 216.1 calories per serving, with about 9 g protein, 10 g carbohydrates and 14 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Cooked Peanut Butter Icing Frosting?

The key ingredients for Cooked Peanut Butter Icing Frosting are Sugar, Milk, Light Corn Syrup, Margarine, Peanut Butter, Vanilla Flavoring. See the full list with measurements above.