For peanut butter aficionados seeking a guilt-free indulgence, this keto peanut butter frosting recipe offers a delectable solution. Perfect for topping keto chocolate cupcakes, low-carb peanut butter brownies, or a show-stopping peanut butter cake, this frosting delivers a creamy, peanutty flavor without the sugar rush. It's incredibly easy to make and can be adapted to various dietary needs.
Why This Recipe Works
This recipe stands out because it delivers a rich, decadent frosting experience while adhering to keto principles. Unlike traditional frosting recipes laden with powdered sugar, this keto version utilizes sugar-free sweeteners and natural ingredients to achieve the desired sweetness and texture.
Ingredients
- Peanut Butter (preferably organic)
- Sugar-Free Sweetener (such as Swerve, erythritol, or monk fruit)
- Optional: Heavy cream, vanilla extract
Step-by-Step Instructions
- Blend Ingredients: In a stand mixer or with a hand mixer, combine the peanut butter and sugar-free sweetener.
- Whip Until Smooth: Mix until the ingredients are thoroughly combined and the frosting is smooth and creamy.
- Taste and Adjust: Sample the frosting and add more sweetener if needed, adjusting to your preferred sweetness level.
- Use Immediately or Store: The frosting can be used immediately or stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week.
Tips for Success
- Sweetener Choice: If Swerve isn't your sweetener of choice, use about 1/4 cup of any granulated sugar-free substitute, then taste and adjust. Most other sugar-free granulated sweeteners are much sweeter than Swerve.
- Consistency: After it's all completely smooth, judge whether or not it's the right consistency.
- Organic Peanut Butter: Buying organic peanut butter and peanuts is advisable due to the pesticides commonly used on peanuts.
- Softened Butter: The butter needs to be fully softened, but not melted to get that creamy texture, otherwise it will turn grainy. Sifting the powdered sugar will also help prevent any graininess or lumps in the frosting.
- Air Bubbles: Use a slower speed on your stand or hand mixer to avoid any bubbles.
Variations
- Almond Butter Frosting: Simply switch out a good sugar-free almond butter for the peanut butter.
- Chocolate Almond Butter Frosting: Switch out the peanut butter with almond butter and add ¼ cup of cocoa powder.
Serving Suggestions
- Keto Chocolate Cupcakes
- Low Carb Peanut Butter Brownies
- Peanut Butter Cake
Nutrition Information
*Nutrition FactsServings 12.0 Amount Per Serving Calories 181 Total Fat 18 g Saturated Fat 8 g Monounsaturated Fat 5 g Polyunsaturated Fat 2 g Trans Fat 0 g Cholesterol 33 mg Sodium 105 mg Potassium 1 mg Total Carbohydrate 4 g Dietary Fiber 1 g Sugars 2 g Protein 5 g Net Carbohydrate 3 g*Nutrition Facts per MyFitnessPal.com. Please be aware I am not a medical specialist or nutritional professional. On this blog, I share recipes and what works for me.
Considerations for Different Diets
This Keto Peanut Butter Frosting couldn’t be any easier with just 2 ingredients needed. It is fluffy, decadent, and suitable for low carb and vegan diets. This frosting is low-carb/keto friendly, dairy-free, vegan, gluten-free, low in sugar and a decent source of protein*. * thanks to the PB Fit.
The Allure of Peanut Butter
Peanuts are not tree nuts but a legume. As a legume, they're in the same family as lentils, beans, and soy. Also, because peanuts are legumes, this means they have more sugar than tree nuts. Actually, peanuts are low carb. They have 6 carbs in one-fourth of a cup with 2 grams dietary fiber, which would equal 4 net carbs (per myfitnesspal.com). Peanuts and peanut butter can definitely be enjoyed on a keto diet, but in moderation.
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