Description
A recipe for thick, sweet, and tangy cream cheese frosting that replicates the flavor of Cinnabon.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, softened
- 4 cups powdered sugar, sifted
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 2 tablespoons heavy cream (or milk)
Instructions
- Place the softened cream cheese and butter into a large mixing bowl. Beat them together with an electric mixer until the mixture is completely smooth and creamy. Scrape down the sides of the bowl.
- Gradually add the sifted powdered sugar to the creamed mixture, mixing on low speed until just combined.
- Add the vanilla extract and salt. Mix on medium speed until incorporated.
- Slowly pour in the heavy cream while mixing on low speed. Increase the mixer speed to medium-high and beat for 2 to 3 minutes until the frosting is light, fluffy, and smooth.
- If the frosting seems too thick, add a tiny bit more cream, one teaspoon at a time. If it is too thin, add a small amount of extra powdered sugar.
- Spread the frosting evenly over warm cinnamon rolls.
Notes
- Use full-fat cream cheese and butter for the best texture and flavor.
- Ensure both the cream cheese and butter are at true room temperature to prevent lumps.
- You can make this frosting up to three days ahead. Store it covered in the refrigerator and allow it to come to room temperature for about 30 minutes before beating it again until smooth before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 min
- Cook Time: 0 min
- Category: Dessert Topping
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tablespoons
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 28
- Sodium: 45
- Fat: 11
- Saturated Fat: 7
- Unsaturated Fat: 4
- Trans Fat: 0
- Carbohydrates: 29
- Fiber: 0
- Protein: 1
- Cholesterol: 30