Ingredients
– 1 cup unsalted butter, room temperature
– 1 cup creamy peanut butter
– 4 cups powdered sugar, sifted
– 2-4 tablespoons heavy cream or milk
– 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
– A pinch of salt (optional)
Equipment Needed
– Mixing bowls
– Stand mixer or electric hand mixer
– Spatula
– Measuring cups and spoons
– Piping bags (if desired for decoration)
Step-by-Step Instructions
To create this scrumptious Peanut Butter Buttercream, I begin by beating the butter until it’s light and fluffy. It only takes a couple of minutes, but watch closely; you want it pale, which will create a wonderfully airy texture in the buttercream. Next, add in the creamy peanut butter and mix until well combined, letting those nutty aromas fill your kitchen! The combination of butter and peanut butter should be smooth and silky. (See the next page below to continue steps…)