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Cinnamon Roll Frosting Recipe

Published: January 18, 2025 Prep Time: About 10 minutes Cook Time: 0 minutes Total Time: 10 minutes Serves: 1 cup Difficulty: Easy Category: Dessert Cuisine: American

Ingredients

  • 4 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 1/4 cup butter, softened
  • 1 1/2 cups powdered sugar
  • 1/4 cup heavy cream
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp cinnamon

Instructions

  1. In a large bowl, beat cream cheese and butter until smooth and creamy.
  2. Gradually add powdered sugar, mixing until well combined.
  3. Add heavy cream and beat until smooth and fluffy.
  4. Add vanilla extract, salt, and cinnamon.
  5. Beat for 2-3 minutes until light and airy.
  6. If frosting is too thick, add more cream. If too thin, add more powdered sugar.
  7. Use immediately or store in refrigerator for up to 3 days.
  8. Let come to room temperature before using if refrigerated.

Special Notes

This cinnamon roll frosting recipe creates the perfect creamy, sweet topping for homemade cinnamon rolls. The combination of cream cheese and butter creates a rich, tangy flavor that balances the sweetness of the rolls. The heavy cream makes the frosting light and spreadable, while the cinnamon adds a warm, spicy note. This frosting is perfect for drizzling over warm cinnamon rolls or spreading on cooled ones. You can adjust the consistency by adding more or less cream, and the sweetness by adjusting the powdered sugar. Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator and bring to room temperature before using.