Rescuing peanut butter frosting

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I was trying to get a smooth, frothy peanut butter frosting. I used a cup of creamy peanut butter, half a cup of butter, and 2 cups of powdered sugar. I liked the consistency of the mixture. But I accidentally left it on the stove and the heat of the oven caused the frosting to melt. The sugar is crystallized, and the color is much darker now. Also, its a lot thicker than I want it to be. What do I do now? Is it ruined, or is there a way for me to rescue it?

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Best Answer

There is no way to rescue your frosting. It is not just a mixture of ingredients, it used to have a very complicated internal structure, which is now gone. You will have to start a new batch.

I assume that the taste of the frosting hasn't changed much. It cannot be used for its original purpose, but you should be able to repurpose it in many ways, for example as a bread spread, or as a filling somewhere.



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Why did my peanut butter frosting separate?

Do not use natural, homemade or whipped peanut butter. The frosting can end up separating or with chunks. Store frosted cakes and cupcakes covered at room temperature for up to 2 days, or in the fridge for up to 4 days.

How do you firm up frosting?

How to Thicken Buttercream
  • Allow your frosting to sit in the fridge, covered with saran wrap, for 2 hours\u2014this will help your frosting firm up.
  • If the frosting still has not reached your desired thickness after chilling, add a few tablespoons of sifted powdered sugar to help your buttercream stiffen.


    • Can you freeze peanut butter frosting?

    Can you freeze homemade peanut butter frosting? This recipe will make enough to frost a 2-layer cake or 24 cupcakes. If you happen to have any frosting left over, you can freeze it in a tightly covered container for up to one month. Just let the frosting defrost in the refrigerator overnight to re-use.

    Do you refrigerate peanut butter cake?

    The frosting contains a little fresh cream, but as it is a small amount and is combined with butter and sugar, the cake does not need to be refrigerated. The assembled cake can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.


    How to Make Creamy Peanut Butter Frosting | Allrecipes.com



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