With just a few simple ingredients, you can transform your peanut butter into this creamy Whipped Peanut Butter! It's the perfect way to get peanut butter flavor with minimal prep time.
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Whipped fluffy peanut butter takes regular peanut butter to new heights. Starting with regular creamy peanut butter as the base, powdered sugar is added to lend a touch of sweetness.
The process of whipping the ingredients together is what turns this delicious recipe into a peanut butter mousse. It's a great option to stir into hot chocolate, spread over chocolate cake, or top ice cream or fresh fruit.
Why You'll Love This Recipe
This whipped peanut butter has a fluffy, mousse-like consistency that spreads effortlessly and melts in your mouth. It will be one of your new favorite recipes!
It's also incredibly versatile. With just a few ingredients, a large bowl, and an handheld electric mixer, you can whip up a batch of this peanut butter recipe in a total time of 10 minutes!
Ingredients You Need
- Creamy peanut butter: The base of this recipe provides the rich, nutty flavor and creamy texture that we all love in peanut butter.
- Powdered sugar: Adding powdered sugar sweetens the whipped peanut butter.
- Heavy cream: The addition of heavy whipping cream is what gives the whipped peanut butter its fluffy and airy consistency.
- Vanilla extract: Adding vanilla extract adds a subtle warmth and sweetness that complements the peanut butter.
- Pinch of salt: A pinch of salt is added to bring out the flavors and balance the sweetness.
Step By Step Photos
Add peanut butter and sugar to bowl.
Beat together.
Add heavy cream, vanilla and salt.
Beat again for another minute or two.
How To Make Whipped Peanut Butter From Scratch
Step 1. Combine ingredients: In a mixing bowl, mix peanut butter with powdered sugar at medium speed.
Step 2. Whip peanut butter: Using an electric mixer, beat the peanut butter and sugar until well combined.
Step 3. Add cream: Gradually add heavy cream while continuing to beat until the mixture becomes fluffy.
Step 4. Add flavor: Incorporate vanilla extract and a pinch of salt, beating for another minute.
Step 5. Adjust taste: Taste and adjust sweetness or saltiness to your liking.
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Tips
- Before starting the recipe, make sure your peanut butter is at room temperature or slightly softened. This will make it easier to mix and incorporate with the other ingredients.
- When adding the heavy cream, do it gradually while beating the mixture. Add a little at a time until you reach the desired fluffy texture.
- Using an electric mixer will make the process much easier and quicker. It will help incorporate air into the mixture.
Frequently Asked Questions About Whipped Peanut Butter
Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator to maintain freshness. It can last for about 2-3 weeks in the refrigerator.
Yes, you can. Place it in an airtight container, leaving some space for expansion, and freeze. It's best to use it within 2 to 3 months.
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Whipped Peanut Butter
Equipment
Ingredients
- 1 cup creamy peanut butter
- ½ cup powdered sugar
- ¼ cup heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, add the peanut butter and powdered sugar.
- Using an electric mixer, beat the peanut butter and powdered sugar on medium speed until well combined.
- Gradually add the heavy cream and continue beating the mixture until it becomes light and fluffy.
- Add the vanilla extract and a pinch of salt, and beat again for another minute or two.
- Taste the whipped peanut butter and adjust the sweetness and saltiness to your preference.
- Transfer the whipped peanut butter to an airtight container and store it in the fridge until ready to use.
Notes
- Before starting the recipe, make sure your peanut butter is at room temperature or slightly softened. This will make it easier to mix and incorporate with the other ingredients.
- When adding the heavy cream, do it gradually while beating the mixture. Add a little at a time until you reach the desired fluffy texture.
- Using an electric mixer will make the process much easier and quicker. It will help incorporate air into the mixture.
- Storing: Store whipped peanut butter in an airtight container in the refrigerator to maintain freshness. It can last for about 2-3 weeks in the refrigerator.
- Freezing: Place it in an airtight container, leaving some space for expansion, and freeze. It's best to use it within 2 to 3 months.
Nutrition
All nutritional information is based on third-party calculations and should be considered estimates. Actual nutritional content will vary with brands used, measuring methods, portion sizes and more.
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