Cinnamon Roll Icing
A delightful and creamy icing that enhances homemade cinnamon rolls with a sweet, tangy flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: 12 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 4 oz (½ cup) cream cheese, softened
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
- 1½ cups powdered sugar, sifted
- 1½ teaspoons pure vanilla extract
- 2–3 tablespoons whole milk, adjust to desired consistency
- Pinch of salt, optional
Instructions
- In a medium mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese and butter together until smooth and fluffy, about 2 to 3 minutes.
- Pour in the vanilla extract and mix until fully incorporated.
- Gradually add the sifted powdered sugar while mixing on low speed.
- Add whole milk one tablespoon at a time, mixing thoroughly after each addition.
- Add a pinch of salt if desired, and beat for another 30 seconds until completely smooth.
- Spread over warm cinnamon rolls to allow the icing to melt slightly.
Notes
For a chocolate twist, add 2 tablespoons of cocoa powder. Can be stored in the refrigerator for up to one week.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 tablespoon
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 100mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 15mg