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Divinely decadent, creamy keto peanut butter frosting without powdered sugar is super simple to make and packed with peanutty flavor. This is the perfect low carb frosting for a keto birthday cake or sugar-free, gluten-free cupcakes. Did I mention it’s fabulous on peanut butter brownies? PIN it here for later!  This post may include Amazon links. As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases. If you’re thinking of flavor combinations, you can’t get much better than peanut butter and chocolate. Peanut butter and chocolate eggs for Easter, peanut butter chocolate pie, brownies, the list goes on! Chocolate and peanut butterPersonally, peanuts and peanut butter quickly can become an addiction so I’ve had to limit buying giant jars of peanuts. I’ve found one of the best treats for me personally is a chocolate peanut butter cup. Peanut butter frosting (no powdered sugar) came about as a twist on the same theme. What is the perfect reward or birthday treat? I can’t think of a better one than a keto peanut butter frosting on keto chocolate cupcakes. Yes, please! In a hurry?While I think you’ll love my super helpful tips and fun stories, I also realize we are sometimes pressed for time and just need a good recipe! Are you looking for a keto peanut butter frosting recipe without butter? Scroll down to the bottom of the page for the printable recipe to make it NOW or PIN it here for later!
Are peanuts low carb and keto-friendly?First of all, what are peanuts? 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. They are high-fat and a good source of protein. What else? Well, I’m glad you asked! 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). They’re also high in vitamins and minerals. It sounds almost too good to be true, and for quite a while peanuts were my go-to quick snack. However, as with anything, you can have too much of a good thing. I’ve always had a snacking problem, and a snack high in fat and calories (not to mention some sugar) must be portioned. Peanuts and peanut butter can definitely be enjoyed on a keto diet, but in moderation. Nowadays, I like to use peanut butter as a treat or reward rather than an everyday snack. How important is it to choose organic peanuts or peanut butter?As much as possible, it’s important to buy organic and put the best foods in your body. In my opinion, it’s even more important to buy organic peanut butter and peanuts. Why? Peanuts are grown underground with a soft shell that absorbs. What does it absorb? Pesticides. Many different forms are commonly used on peanuts. In addition, peanuts are rotated on fields with cotton plants which are often sprayed with the herbicide glyphosate (aka Monsanto’s Roundup) [1]. Even if some of the pesticides are considered “safe”, I prefer to avoid them as much as possible. Therefore, I buy organic and the best quality I can find. To make keto peanut butter frosting you’ll need:
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When it comes to ingredients, I like to use as fresh and natural as possible. I’ve had some comments on why don’t you make a cool whip peanut butter frosting? Um, no. We definitely want to avoid sugar and any unnecessary added ingredients in our frosting! Fresh cream and organic is the way to go! How to make keto peanut butter frosting without powdered sugarI absolutely love how easy it is to make keto peanut butter icing without butter. Because of the containers of frosting in the grocery store that are so easy to grab and go, we forget frosting’s not difficult to make. In fact, I think it’s one of those things built up in your head as too much trouble, especially when you haven’t tried it before. Therefore, on a keto diet, it’s pleasantly surprising to find frosting so easy to make. Perhaps the most difficult part of this entire recipe is getting all the ingredients out and letting them come to room temperature. Once all the ingredients are ready, measure them out and put each one in the same large bowl. Then use a standing or hand mixer to completely blend everything together evenly for two to three minutes. Be sure to mix it for a good amount of time to whip up the cream and other ingredients for a good-textured frosting. Next, after it’s all completely smooth, judge whether or not it’s the right consistency. If it’s too hard, add an additional tablespoon of cream and mix it in until the frosting is as you’d like. How to store keto peanut butter frostingAfter you’ve determined the texture of the frosting is perfect, it can be used immediately. Put it on Keto Chocolate Cupcakes or Low Carb Peanut Butter Brownies! Or, if you’d like to store it to use later, spoon it in an airtight container, and it can be kept in the refrigerator for up to one week. If you’d like to freeze it, I would say keep it in the freezer for up to one month before using it. I doubt it will last that long! Wink. Variations on keto peanut butter frostingThere are many ways to vary this near perfect frosting should you wish.
Play around with the ingredients and flavors! It’s fun to add extracts like lemon or almond to your almond buttercream frosting! How to use keto peanut butter icing without powdered sugarWhile is incredibly easy to eat keto peanut butter frosting with a spoon out of a bowl, again I advise portion control. Lol! There are so many options for this delicious keto frosting without powdered sugar, and I highly recommend it on my low carb peanut butter brownies seen here: What else? The possibilities are endless! Keto chocolate cupcakes, keto flourless chocolate cake, as a keto cake filling, or the frosting for the perfect keto birthday cake! Try this amazing recipe out for peanut butter cream cheese frosting today and you won’t regret it! Pin the recipe here: Tag me in your recipe pics on Instagram @explorermomma. If you LOVE this recipe please consider giving it a five-star rating in the review area below! My favorite keto peanut butter recipes
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NotesNutrition 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. For most accurate facts, calculate your own with the exact ingredients you use in the recipe. Nutrition Information: Yield: 12
Serving Size: 12 Servings NUTRITION DISCLAIMERPlease be aware I am not a medical specialist or nutritional professional. On this blog, I share recipes and what works for me. Please do not take anything on this blog as medical advice and always consult with your doctor before starting any diet or exercise program. I use Myfitnesspal.com to calculate nutrition facts as a courtesy to my readers, and I remove erythritol from the final carb count and net carb count because it does not affect my own blood glucose levels. This is as accurate as possible, but it’s best to independently calculate nutritional information on your own with the specific ingredients you use. What can I use if I don't have powdered sugar for frosting?It is possible to simply use granulated sugar in a slightly smaller amount, though you'll have to accept that the texture may not be ideal, especially for icing or other recipes that are supposed to be super smooth. Just substitute 1 cup of granulated sugar for every 1 ¾ cups powdered sugar and proceed as directed.
How can you make powdered sugar?The magic ratio is 1 cup granulated sugar to 1 tablespoon cornstarch. Combine the two in a high-powered blender like a Vitamix, a food processor, or spice grinder, then blitz away until you have a soft, powdery consistency—the total time could be several minutes, depending on the power of your machine.
How do you make simple icing?In medium bowl, mix powdered sugar and butter with spoon or electric mixer on low speed. Stir in vanilla and 1 tablespoon of the milk.. Gradually beat in just enough remaining milk to make frosting smooth and spreadable. If frosting is too thick, beat in more milk, a few drops at a time.. Can you make icing sugar without icing sugar?To make icing without icing sugar, start by grinding granulated white sugar in a blender for 5 minutes or until it feels fine and powdery. Then, pour the sugar into a bowl and whisk it to make it fluffier and clump-free. Once you've whisked the sugar, just use it as a substitute for icing sugar in your recipe!
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How to make peanut butter icing without powdered sugar
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