Source: Iuliia_n, AdobeStockCinnabons are delicious on their own, but with the right frosting, they become truly magical. Which frosting is best for them? We'll tell you in our selection! We've gathered various recipes for every taste – from classic to interesting and unusual!
1. Milk and Ricotta Frosting for Cinnabons
Source: AdobeStockA light and accessible cheese frosting with just three ingredients.
You will need: 180-200 g ricotta, 50 ml milk, 50 g powdered sugar.
Preparation: Thoroughly mix all ingredients, then whisk until smooth. You can use a mixer on low speed for this.
2. Custard Frosting for Cinnabons
Source: AdobeStockAnother classic recipe that no one can resist.
You will need: 250 ml milk, 2 eggs, 100 g sugar, 2 pinches vanilla sugar.
Preparation: Whisk the eggs with both types of sugar, pour in the milk, and mix. Then bring everything to a boil over low heat, stirring constantly. Cook the cream for 5-10 minutes, depending on the desired thickness.
3. Cream Cheese Frosting for Cinnabons
Source: AdobeStockAny cream cheese or mascarpone of your choice will work.
You will need: 150 g cream cheese, 100 g powdered sugar, 50 g butter, 3-4 tbsp milk.
Preparation: Take the butter out in advance to soften. Whisk all ingredients until smooth using any convenient method – blender, mixer, or by hand.
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4. Sour Cream Frosting for Cinnabons
Source: AdobeStockChoose a fattier sour cream, around 15-20%, for a thicker frosting.
You will need: 100 g sour cream, 50 g powdered sugar, 1 pinch vanilla sugar.
Preparation: Thoroughly mix all ingredients until smooth. Whisk the frosting with a mixer on low speed until desired thickness.
5. Condensed Milk Frosting for Cinnabons
Source: AdobeStockThe simplest frosting recipe, and the ingredients are probably already in your home.
You will need: 250 g condensed milk, 2 eggs.
Preparation: Thoroughly mix the condensed milk with eggs until smooth. Heat and cook the frosting over low heat until thickened, stirring constantly. Let it cool slightly before use.
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6. Vanilla Frosting for Cinnabons
Source: AdobeStockYou can also use vanilla extract instead of vanillin.
You will need: 120 g cream cheese, 50 g powdered sugar, 3 tbsp cream, 1 g vanillin.
Preparation: Place all ingredients in a bowl and mix. Lightly whisk the frosting with a mixer for a smoother consistency.
7. Chocolate Frosting for Cinnabons
Source: AdobeStockYou can prepare it in the microwave in short bursts.
You will need: 100 g chocolate, 30 g butter, 80 ml 30-35% cream.
Preparation: Place all ingredients in a saucepan and heat over low heat. Cook until the butter and chocolate are completely melted. Stir the resulting frosting and immediately spread it over the Cinnabons.
8. Creamy Frosting for Cinnabons
Source: AdobeStockSoft and delicate frosting. Just begging to be eaten!
You will need: 60 g any cream cheese, 40 g butter, 100 g powdered sugar, vanillin.
Preparation: Take the butter out in advance to soften. Thoroughly mix all ingredients until smooth. If the frosting is too thick, leave it in a warm place for 5 minutes, for example, near the oven.
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9. Caramel Frosting for Cinnabons
Source: AdobeStockIt turns out more like salted caramel – an excellent balance of flavors.
You will need: 100 g sugar, 100 ml 30-35% cream, 50 g condensed milk, 50 g butter, salt.
Preparation: Gently heat the sugar until golden brown. Add the warmed cream, softened butter, condensed milk, and salt to taste. Cook everything together for another 2-3 minutes over low heat, stirring. Blend the frosting until smooth and spread it over the Cinnabons.
10. Honey Frosting for Cinnabons
Source: AdobeStockFor this recipe, heavy cream – 20% fat or more – is best.
You will need: 50 g butter, 50 g sugar, 100 ml cream, 50 g honey, 0.5 tsp salt.
Preparation: Melt the butter in a saucepan and add the cream, sugar, salt, and honey. Cook the frosting for about 7-10 minutes over low heat until thickened, stirring constantly.
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11. Coconut Frosting for Cinnabons
Source: AdobeStockPrepares quite quickly and will surprise you with its wonderful taste.
You will need: 50 g butter, 100 g cream cheese, 50 g powdered sugar, 25 g shredded coconut.
Preparation: Whisk the cream cheese with powdered sugar until smooth, add the softened butter, and whisk the frosting again. Finally, fold in the shredded coconut.
12. Lemon Frosting for Cinnabons
Source: AdobeStockWhen you crave something with a light citrusy tang!
You will need: 1 lemon, 100 g sugar, 1 egg, 150 g mascarpone.
Preparation: Zest half a lemon and squeeze the juice from the whole lemon. Mix the lemon juice, zest, and half the sugar, bring to a boil, let the syrup cool, then strain it. After that, add the egg to the cooled syrup, blend the mixture until smooth, and cook over low heat until thickened. Mix with the remaining sugar, let the frosting cool, then whisk it with mascarpone.