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Penuche Frosting

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Penuche Frosting is a delicious accompaniment for many desserts.

This versatile icing is gluten free and can be enjoyed combined with some of your other tasty creations.

This recipe yields enough frosting for a layer cake or a couple dozen cupcakes.

Brown sugar gives this decorative topping its distinct fudgy flavour.

It is the perfect frosting to make your dessert creations even more decadent.

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To begin making Penuche Frosting I melted some butter in a sauce pan over medium heat.

Then I dumped in some brown sugar. 

I stirred until the mixture came to a boil.

Then I removed the pan from the heat and poured in some almond milk.

Once the almond milk was incorporated, I stirred in 3 cups of icing sugar, one cup at a time.

The icing will get a little stiffer as it cools down.

I allowed the frosting to cool completely.

Once cooled I checked the spreading consistency to see if it would need a bit more icing sugar or a bit more milk.  I find the spreading consistency has always suited my needs but you may want to make adjustments to suit your needs.

Then I spread the delicious Penuche Frosting over the top of some cupcakes.

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Ingredients You’ll Need to Make this Penuche Frosting:

  • 1/2 cup butter
  • 1 cup packed brown sugar
  • 1/4 cup almond milk
  • 3 cups icing sugar

How to Make Penuche Frosting:

  1. Melt the butter in a sauce pan over medium heat.
  2. Dump in the brown sugar and stir until it comes to a rolling boil.
  3. Remove the sauce pan from the heat.
  4. Stir in the almond milk until incorporated.
  5. Stir in the icing sugar, one cup at a time.
  6. Allow to cool completely.  It will firm up a little more as it cools.
  7. Use frosting as desired.
  8. Enjoy!

FAQS:

What should I serve with penuche frosting?

Penuche frosting has a rich, caramel-like flavor, so it pairs well with a variety of desserts that have complementary or contrasting flavors and textures. Here are some ideas for what you could serve with penuche frosting:

  1. Gluten Free Spice Cake: The warm spices in a spice cake, such as cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves, complement the caramel flavor of penuche frosting beautifully.
  2. Gluten Free Carrot Cake: Carrot cake’s moist, slightly spicy flavor is a classic pairing with cream cheese frosting, but it also works well with penuche frosting for a different twist.
  3. Gluten Free Banana Cake or Banana Bread: The sweetness of ripe bananas complements the caramel flavor of penuche frosting. Try it on banana cake or banana bread for a delicious combination.
  4. Gluten Free Chocolate Cake or Cupcakes: The rich, deep flavor of chocolate cake or cupcakes provides a nice contrast to the sweet, caramel flavor of penuche frosting.
  5. Gluten Free Vanilla Cake: A simple vanilla cake allows the flavor of the penuche frosting to shine. The combination of the two creates a deliciously sweet treat.
  6. Gluten Free Pumpkin Cake or Cupcakes: The flavors of pumpkin and caramel go hand in hand. Try penuche frosting on pumpkin cake or cupcakes for a delightful fall dessert.
  7. Gluten Free Apple Cake or Apple Bars: The sweet-tart flavor of apples pairs well with the richness of penuche frosting. Consider serving penuche frosting on top of apple cake or apple bars for a delicious treat.
  8. Gluten Free Blondies or Brownies: Penuche frosting can be a tasty alternative to traditional chocolate frosting on blondies or brownies, adding a unique flavor twist.
  9. Gluten Free Cinnamon Rolls or Coffee Cake: Penuche frosting can be a delicious topping for cinnamon rolls or coffee cake, adding extra sweetness and flavor to these breakfast treats.
  10. Gluten Free Cookies: Spread penuche frosting between two cookies to make sandwich cookies, or use it as a drizzle or glaze on top of your favorite cookie recipes.

Feel free to experiment with different combinations to find your favorite pairing with penuche frosting!

How do I store penuche frosting?

Penuche frosting can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days. If you need to store it for longer, you can refrigerate it for up to a week.

When storing penuche frosting, make sure it’s in a container with a tight-fitting lid to prevent it from drying out or absorbing any odors from the refrigerator. Before using refrigerated penuche frosting, let it come to room temperature and give it a good stir to make it creamy again.

If you have any concerns about the stability of the frosting, especially if it contains perishable ingredients like dairy, it’s always best to err on the side of caution and refrigerate it.

Can I freeze penuche frosting?

Yes, you can freeze penuche frosting, but it may affect its texture somewhat. Penuche frosting typically contains ingredients like brown sugar, butter, and milk, which can all freeze reasonably well. However, when you freeze frosting, there’s a chance that it might become a bit grainy or separate upon thawing due to the different freezing points of its components.

To freeze penuche frosting:

  1. Allow the frosting to cool completely if it’s freshly made.
  2. Transfer the frosting to an airtight container or a freezer bag. Make sure to leave some space at the top of the container or bag to allow for expansion during freezing.
  3. Seal the container or bag tightly to prevent freezer burn and odors from affecting the frosting.
  4. Label the container or bag with the date of freezing to keep track of its freshness.
  5. Place the container or bag in the freezer.

When you’re ready to use the frosting:

  1. Remove the frosting from the freezer and let it thaw in the refrigerator overnight.
  2. Once thawed, give the frosting a good stir to reincorporate any separated ingredients.
  3. If the texture seems a bit grainy or separated, you can try to smooth it out by beating it with a mixer for a few minutes. Adding a tablespoon of milk or cream while mixing can also help restore its creamy texture.

While freezing penuche frosting is possible, keep in mind that the texture might not be exactly the same as freshly made frosting. However, it should still be perfectly fine for spreading on cakes or cupcakes.

Yield: 24 cupcakes

Penuche Frosting

Penuche Frosting is a delicious accompaniment for many desserts.

Penuche Frosting is a delicious accompaniment for many desserts.

Prep Time 2 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Additional Time 5 minutes
Total Time 19 minutes

Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup butter
  • 1 cup packed brown sugar
  • 1/4 cup almond milk
  • 3 cups icing sugar

Instructions

    1. Melt the butter in a sauce pan over medium heat.
    2. Dump in the brown sugar and stir until it comes to a rolling boil.
    3. Remove the sauce pan from the heat.
    4. Stir in the almond milk until incorporated.
    5. Stir in the icing sugar, one cup at a time.
    6. Allow to cool completely.  It will firm up a little more as it cools.
    7. Use frosting as desired.
    8. Enjoy!

Nutrition Information:

Yield:

24

Serving Size:

1
Amount Per Serving: Calories: 117Total Fat: 4gSaturated Fat: 2gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 10mgSodium: 33mgCarbohydrates: 21gFiber: 0gSugar: 21gProtein: 0g
© Kathleen
Cuisine: American / Category: Dessert

 

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