Ultimate Peanut Butter Cream Frosting

In a stand mixer fitted with a paddle attachment or using a handheld electric mixer, beat the softened unsalted butter and creamy peanut butter on medium-high speed for 2 minutes, or until smooth and creamy. Make sure to scrape down the sides and bottom of the bowl periodically.

Add half of the sifted confectioners' sugar and salt to the butter and peanut butter mixture, and beat on medium-high speed for an additional 1 to 2 minutes. As you blend, slowly increase the mixer speed to avoid scattering the sugar. Scrape down the sides and bottom of the bowl as needed.

Incorporate the remaining confectioners' sugar, mixing for another 1 to 2 minutes. Scrape down the sides and bottom of the bowl.

With the mixer at low speed, add the heavy cream gradually—one tablespoon at a time—allowing each addition to mix in thoroughly before adding more. Then, blend in the pure vanilla extract.

Once the ingredients are fully combined, increase the mixer speed to medium-high and beat for 1 to 2 minutes until the frosting becomes light and fluffy.