This rich and creamy sauce takes the beloved flavor of peanut butter to the next level, adding a luxurious touch to any dessert. It’s so simple to make, I find myself coming back to this Peanut Butter Glaze again and again.
Peanut Butter Glaze
Whether you’re looking to top off a batch of freshly baked brownies or add some pizzazz to your pancakes, peanut butter is the perfect way to do it. My kids would happily scoop it onto just about everything they eat.
But, why settle for plain old peanut butter when you could have it as a decadent glaze?
With its smooth texture and sweet, nutty flavor, this delectable recipe adds star quality to any dessert you pair it with. Discover the difference for yourself. Your taste buds will thank you!
Peanut Butter Icing
When adding milk or water to this glaze, I highly recommend that you follow the directions and do it one spoonful at a time. For the cake pictured in this post, I wanted a pourable glaze, so I used the full amount.
But, if you want a thicker or fluffier peanut butter icing, you’ll need to use less liquid. Adding the liquid a little at a time helps ensure you reach the desired consistency.
Also, it’s so important to make sure that a cake has cooled completely before glazing it. If you pour glaze over a warm baked good, most of the glaze will melt and simply sink into the cake.
Peanut Butter Glaze Recipe
You’ll need the following ingredients to make this recipe:
Glaze Ingredients
- creamy peanut butter
- powdered sugar
- vanilla extract
- milk or water
Directions
Place the peanut butter, powdered sugar, and vanilla into a large mixing bowl. Use an electric mixer to beat the ingredients together until smooth and creamy.
If you don’t have an electric mixer, you can use a whisk to combine them. And, this is my favorite multi-purpose set.
Add in one tablespoon of milk at a time, beating continuously until it reaches the right consistency. Pour or drizzle it over cake, a stack of pancakes or waffles, or straight into your mouth. No judgment here.
Chocolate and Peanut Butter
There are few combinations that are more irresistible than chocolate and peanut butter. If you’re a fan of this classic pairing, be sure to check out these peanut butter pretzel buckeyes.
The cake featured in these photos is this triple chocolate bundt cake, and it is fabulous. And, these adorable chocolate and peanut butter acorns are a huge hit with kids.
I love the taste and presentation of this chocolate cake with reese’s cups. It consistently wows my guests. And, I’ve got my eye on this traditional peanut butter frosting for the next time I make it.
This recipe for chocolate pancakes is great with peanut butter at breakfast. But, if you prefer the reverse, you could make these peanut butter pancakes with chocolate chips.
Peanut Butter Glaze
Ingredients
- ½ cup creamy peanut butter
- 1½ cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 6-8 tablespoons milk or water
Instructions
- Combine the peanut butter, powdered sugar, and vanilla in a large bowl and beat with an electric mixer until smooth and creamy.
- Add the milk one tablespoon at a time, beating continuously. When the glaze reaches the consistency you desire, pour or drizzle it over the cooled cake.
Notes
Nutrition
Patricia says
This is absolutely delicious and so easy to make.
Mary says
I’m thrilled to hear you enjoyed the glaze, Patricia.
Julie Roncallo says
Absolutely delish! I needed a filling for chocolate cupcakes and this was perfect! Thrilled that it is so easy to make and can be plant-based!
What is the approximate shelf life, refrigerated?
Thanks so much for the amazing recipe!
Mary says
I’m so glad you’re enjoying the glaze, Julie! This will keep for at least a week in the fridge.
Jesn says
Very disappointed. You sent ingredients but not how much I needed of each ingredient. 😟
Mary says
If you scroll to the printable recipe card, you’ll see everything you need to make the recipe.
Judy Rhoades says
Could I add peanut butter chips to make it more like a ganache?
Mary says
If you’d like it to set up a bit more, that could work.
Brooke says
This is so delicious. Almost tastes like peanut butter fudge. Next time I would definitely sift the powered sugar though. That’s the only problem I had. It’s so delicious and I’m going to put it on some banana bread ❤️
Mary says
Mmmm I bet it’s delicious on banana bread!
Jane says
Will this glaze remain sticky or will it form a harder crust? Also, can I add a bit of corn syrup to make it a little glossy?
Mary says
This is not a glaze that hardens much, Jane. Adding corn syrup will make it a bit more glossy.
Barbara Barclay White says
It’s absolutely delicious, I drizzled it over pear cookies that I made that had no distinctive flavor,
Needless to say my cookies are now full of wonderful flavor. Thank you for sharing.
Mary says
I’m thrilled you like it!
Christina T says
Omg thank you so much this what the exact recipe I was looking for to go along with my banana peanut butter chocolate chip Bundt cake!! Ya that’s a mouth full but delicious 😂
Mary says
I’m so glad you like it, Christina!