Best 2 Cinnamon Bun Icing Recipes

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Indulge in the delectable world of cinnamon buns, where sweet, gooey fillings are embraced by soft, fluffy dough and topped with an irresistible icing that adds the perfect finishing touch. This article embarks on a culinary journey through three distinct cinnamon bun icing recipes, each offering a unique flavor profile and texture to complement the classic cinnamon bun experience. Discover the richness of cream cheese icing, the simplicity of powdered sugar icing, and the decadent maple glaze, all designed to elevate your cinnamon buns to a heavenly treat. Prepare to be captivated by the symphony of flavors and textures that await you in this exploration of cinnamon bun icings.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

CINNAMON BUN ICING



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This is just like the sweet, gooey icing that comes inside tiny tins inside those tubes of refrigerated cinnamon bun doughs. By changing the extract flavor, you can make orange cinnamon buns, lemon cinnamon buns, whatever you like.

Provided by HeatherFeather

Categories     Dessert

Time 5m

Yield 2 cups icing

Number Of Ingredients 4

2 cups powdered sugar
1 -3 tablespoon half-and-half cream or 1 tablespoon cream, approximately
1 dash salt, optional
1 teaspoon lemon extract or 1 teaspoon orange extract

Steps:

  • Mix together sugar and enough cream to achieve a spreading consistency.
  • Add extract flavor of your choice and salt (if desired- I omit).
  • To use: Spread over warm biscuits or sweet bread still warm from the oven or drizzle over gingerbread cookies.
  • This also makes a nice icing for quick breads like banana bread or zucchini bread.

CINNAMON BUN ICING



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Really good icing for cinnamon buns. This recipes makes enough to cover 20 large rolls. You may want to divide it if you don't need so much.

Provided by ASILMARIE

Categories     Desserts     Frostings and Icings

Time 10m

Yield 20

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese, softened
½ cup margarine, softened
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
3 cups confectioners' sugar
1 tablespoon milk

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine cream cheese, margarine, vanilla extract, confectioners' sugar and milk. Beat until creamy.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 153.3 calories, Carbohydrate 19.1 g, Cholesterol 12.4 mg, Fat 8.4 g, Protein 0.9 g, SaturatedFat 3.3 g, Sodium 86.2 mg, Sugar 18.6 g

Tips:

  • Use freshly ground cinnamon for the best flavor.
  • If you don't have a food processor, you can use a blender or a mortar and pestle to grind the cinnamon.
  • Make sure the butter is at room temperature before creaming it with the sugar.
  • Don't overmix the batter or the icing.
  • If you want a thicker icing, add more powdered sugar.
  • If you want a thinner icing, add more milk.
  • Store the iced cinnamon buns in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.

Conclusion:

Cinnamon bun icing is a delicious and easy way to top off your favorite cinnamon buns. With just a few ingredients, you can make a smooth, creamy icing that will add the perfect finishing touch to your sweet treats. Whether you prefer a classic cream cheese icing or a simple glaze, there's an icing recipe in this article that's sure to please everyone.

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