Cinnamon rolls are a classic American comfort food. The plump, soft pillows of dough, laden with cinnamon will tempt even the most diligent dieter. The addition of the traditional white sugar icing pushes the taste buds into sensory overload. It is possible to enjoy a cinnamon roll or two, even with icing, without wrecking your diet.
Step 1
Measure 2 cups of powdered sugar and pour into the bowl.
Step 2
Add 2 tbsp. of water and stir with a spoon to mix. Add the other 2 tbsp. of water and stir again. The icing should have the consistency of thick syrup.
Step 3
Mix the vanilla into the icing with a spoon, then spread or drizzle the icing on the rolls while they are still hot.
Tips and Warnings
- Make sugar-free icing for cinnamon rolls with a cup of artificial sweetener mixed with 1 tsp. of cornstarch. Since artificial sweeteners are sweeter than sugar, you will not need as much as you would use in recipes that use powdered sugar. Blend the sweetener mix in a blender until it has the consistency of powdered sugar. Add water and vanilla, then spread on hot cinnamon rolls. Grinding artificial sweetener to the consistency of powdered sugar requires a blender. A food processor will not give you the same results.
Things You'll Need
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- 1 tsp. vanilla
- 4 tbsp. warm water
- Measuring cup
- Measuring spoon
- Bowl
- Spoon
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