Description
A simple, luscious icing that perfectly complements warm cinnamon rolls, creating a sweet and nostalgic breakfast experience.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- 4 oz cream cheese, softened (or Greek yogurt for a lighter option)
- 2 tablespoons melted butter (or coconut oil for a dairy-free version)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2–4 tablespoons milk or cream
Instructions
- Prepare your ingredients by letting them reach room temperature.
- In a mixing bowl, blend softened cream cheese and melted butter with an electric mixer until smooth and creamy.
- Gradually add powdered sugar to the mixture, blending on low to prevent a sugary cloud. Scrape down the bowl as needed.
- Mix in vanilla extract to enhance flavor.
- Adjust consistency by adding milk one tablespoon at a time until desired thickness is reached.
- Drizzle icing over warm cinnamon rolls and enjoy.
Notes
For added flavor, consider infusing the icing with almond extract or cinnamon. Serve with freshly brewed coffee or fruits for a perfect pairing.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 60mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
Keywords: cinnamon roll icing, cream cheese icing, breakfast, dessert
