Christmas Tree Cinnamon Rolls
These delightful Christmas Tree Cinnamon Rolls are a fun and festive centerpiece for your holiday breakfast, combining warm, gooey sweetness with a visually stunning shape.
Ingredients
For the Cinnamon Rolls
- 2 cans refrigerated cinnamon roll dough
For the Decoration
- ½ cup green colored sugar For festive decoration
- ¼ cup powdered sugar For icing
- 1 tablespoon milk For icing; use plant-based milk for dairy-free
- 1 tube green icing For additional decoration
- to taste Sprinkles Optional
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven according to the cinnamon roll package instructions (typically around 350°F or 175°C). Grease your baking sheet and clear off a counter space for dough preparation.
- Carefully peel the paper wrapping from the refrigerated cinnamon roll cans and remove the rolls.
- Gently roll each cinnamon roll out to about 6-8 inches in length.
- Arrange the elongated rolls on the greased baking sheet in the shape of a Christmas tree.
Baking
- Bake the assembled Christmas tree in the preheated oven for about 15-20 minutes or until golden brown.
Icing and Decoration
- While the rolls are baking, mix the powdered sugar and milk to create a simple icing.
- Once the rolls are out of the oven and slightly cooled, drizzle the icing over them.
- Before the icing sets, sprinkle the green colored sugar and optional sprinkles over the top.
Serving
- Slice and serve the Christmas Tree Cinnamon Rolls warm for a festive breakfast.
Notes
These rolls can be prepared ahead of time and stored properly in the refrigerator for up to 3 days or frozen for up to 3 months. Customize with flavors like chocolate hazelnut or peppermint.