Description
This cream cheese frosting for cinnamon rolls is the kind of finishing touch that turns a good pan of rolls into something unforgettable. It is smooth, rich, tangy, and perfectly sweet, with a soft spreadable texture that melts into every cinnamon swirl. Whether you need an easy recipe for brunch, a cozy holiday breakfast, a quick breakfast upgrade, or fresh food ideas for weekend baking, this homemade frosting brings classic bakery flavor to your table in the most delicious way.
Ingredients
8 ounces cream cheese, softened
4 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
2 cups powdered sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 pinch salt
2 to 3 tablespoons milk or heavy cream
Instructions
1. Let the cream cheese and butter come to room temperature until both are soft.
2. Beat the cream cheese and butter together in a medium bowl until completely smooth and creamy.
3. Add the vanilla extract and salt, then mix until combined.
4. Gradually add the powdered sugar, mixing well after each addition until the frosting is smooth.
5. Add 2 tablespoons of milk or heavy cream and beat again.
6. Add the remaining tablespoon of milk or cream only if needed to reach a thick, spreadable consistency.
7. Spread over warm cinnamon rolls and serve right away, or refrigerate until ready to use.
Notes
Use fully softened cream cheese and butter so the frosting turns out silky and lump-free.
Frost the cinnamon rolls while they are warm, not hot, so the topping softens into the swirls without turning runny.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Frosting
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tablespoons
- Calories: 146
- Sugar: 17g
- Sodium: 68mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 23mg
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