Peanut Butter Brownie Frosting (only 6 ingredients)

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Take your peanut butter and chocolate pairing to the next level with this decadent 6 ingredient peanut butter brownie frosting. In just 15 minutes, you’ll enjoy a frosting that makes even the best brownies better.

Here's what you'll need...

You'll Need:

– 4 tablespoons unsalted butter – 1/4 cup creamy peanut butter – 1 1/4 cups confectioners' sugar  – 2 tablespoons heavy cream – 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract – 1/8 teaspoon fine sea salt

Instructions:

Beat butter and peanut butter in a stand mixer fitted with a paddle attachment on medium-high speed until light and fluffy, about 2 - 3 minutes. Scrape down the sides of the mixer as needed.

Instructions:

Add confectioners' sugar; mix on medium-low speed until combined.

Instructions:

Add the heavy cream, vanilla bean paste, and fine sea salt to the mixer and beat until combined.

Instructions:

Set the mixer to medium-high speed and allow the buttercream to beat for an additional 5 minutes until light and fluffy.

Instructions:

Spread frosting on top of a 9 x 9 inch (23 x 23 cm) pan of brownies using an offset spatula.

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