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Creamy cinnamon roll icing
Isla Marie

Cinnamon Rolls Icing

Cinnamon Rolls Icing is a smooth, creamy topping made with cream cheese, butter, powdered sugar, and vanilla. This classic icing melts beautifully over warm cinnamon rolls, adding rich sweetness and a bakery-style finish that perfectly balances the spiced filling.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings: 12 Enough icing for 12 cinnamon rolls
Course: Dessert, Topping
Cuisine: American
Calories: 90
Ingredients Equipment Method Video Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 4 oz cream cheese softened
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter softened
  • ¾ cup powdered sugar
  • ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 –2 tablespoons milk or heavy cream as needed

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • Hand mixer or whisk
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Spatula

Method
 

  1. Add softened cream cheese and butter to a mixing bowl.
  2. Beat together until smooth and creamy with no lumps.
  3. Gradually add powdered sugar and mix until fully incorporated.
  4. Stir in vanilla extract.
  5. Add milk or cream one tablespoon at a time until desired consistency is reached.
  6. Spread icing over warm cinnamon rolls and serve immediately.

Video

Notes

  • Ingredients must be fully softened for smooth icing
  • Add liquid slowly to avoid runny texture
  • Ice warm rolls for a melted finish
  • Thicker icing works best for spreading, thinner for drizzling