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Cinnamon Roll Icing (without cream cheese!)

This easy cinnamon roll icing is made without cream cheese and is perfect for drizzling over freshly baked cinnamon rolls. It takes less than 5 minutes to make and makes enough to glaze a 9x13 pan of cinnamon rolls. The icing is a great alternative to traditional cream cheese icing and is sure to be a hit with anyone who tries it.

Cinnamon Roll Icing (without cream cheese!)

Recipe Tags

Dessertcinnamon roll icing without cream cheesesweetbaked goods
Prep: 5 min
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Serves: 9

Ingredients

  • 1/4 cup butter
  • 2 cup powdered sugar
  • 2 tsp vanilla extract
  • 2 tbsp milk
  • a pinch salt

Instructions

  1. In a medium-sized bowl, combine 1/4 cup of softened unsalted butter, 2 cups of powdered sugar, 2 teaspoons of vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt.
  2. Use a hand or stand mixer to mix the ingredients until they are well combined, which should take about 30-60 seconds.
  3. Add milk one tablespoon at a time, starting with 2 tablespoons and adding up to 4 tablespoons, until the icing reaches your desired consistency.
  4. Continue mixing until the icing is smooth and creamy.
  5. Pour the icing over slightly cooled cinnamon rolls.
  6. Spread the icing evenly over the rolls to ensure they are fully coated.
  7. Serve the cinnamon rolls with the icing and enjoy!

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