Peanut Butter Frosting Extra Rich Recipe

Indulge in this incredibly rich and decadent peanut butter frosting! Perfect for topping your favorite chocolate cupcakes or cake, this recipe delivers an intensely flavorful, dense frosting that surpasses all others. Made with creamy peanut butter, sweet butter, and a touch of Crisco for that perfect texture, this frosting is unbelievably easy to make and will quickly become your go-to recipe. Get ready for peanut butter perfection!

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 15 mins
Calories 4720.8 kcal
Protein 200g
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Ingredients for Peanut Butter Frosting Extra Rich

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How to Make Peanut Butter Frosting Extra Rich

  1. In a large bowl, cream together 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, 1/2 cup Crisco, and 1 cup creamy peanut butter until smooth and creamy.
  2. Add 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract and 1/4 teaspoon salt. Mix well.
  3. Gradually add 4 cups powdered sugar, one cup at a time, mixing on low speed until fully incorporated. Scrape down the sides of the bowl as needed.
  4. If the frosting is too thick, add heavy cream, 1 tablespoon at a time, until you reach your desired consistency.
  5. Transfer the frosting to a piping bag (or ziplock bag with a corner snipped off) and pipe onto cooled cupcakes or spread onto a cake.
  6. For best results, refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow the frosting to set.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

145 g

Sugar

1554g

Fat

542g

Carbs

146g

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Peanut Butter Frosting Extra Rich?

Peanut Butter Frosting Extra Rich takes about 30 minutes from start to finish — roughly 15 minutes to prepare and 15 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Peanut Butter Frosting Extra Rich?

Peanut Butter Frosting Extra Rich has approximately 4720.8 calories per serving, with about 200 g protein, 146 g carbohydrates and 476 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Peanut Butter Frosting Extra Rich?

The key ingredients for Peanut Butter Frosting Extra Rich are Peanut Butter, Butter, Crisco, Vanilla, Salt, Powdered Sugar. See the full list with measurements above.

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