Copycat Cinnabon Cream Cheese Frosting
This homemade Cinnabon cream cheese frosting perfectly captures the mall favorite's signature tangy-sweet flavor and silky texture. Ready in just 15 minutes and perfect on cinnamon rolls, cakes, cookies and more!
Servings 96 2 tablespoon servings
Calories 87kcal
Ingredients
- 1 pound cream cheese at room temperature
- 1 pound margarine or butter at room temperature
- 2 pounds powdered sugar
- 2 teaspoons lemon juice
- 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
Instructions
- Beat the cream cheese and margarine in the bowl of a stand mixer.
- Slowly add the powdered sugar, scraping down the sides of the bowl occasionally with a spatula. Once all the sugar has been added, mix for at least 12 minutes.
- Add the lemon juice and vanilla and briefly mix to incorporate.
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Recipe Tips
Chef's Tips
- Room temperature ingredients are absolutely essential – cold cream cheese will result in lumps.
- Don't skip the full 12 minutes of mixing time – this creates the ultra-smooth, whipped texture that makes Cinnabon frosting unique.
- Use clear vanilla extract if you want perfectly white frosting.
- For a pourable glaze consistency, add 1-2 tablespoons of milk to thin the frosting.
Nutrition
Calories: 87kcal | Carbohydrates: 9g | Protein: 0g | Fat: 5g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Cholesterol: 15mg | Sodium: 49mg | Potassium: 7mg | Sugar: 9g | Vitamin A: 180IU | Vitamin C: 0mg | Calcium: 6mg | Iron: 0mg
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