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Christmas Tree Cinnamon Rolls

This simple holiday breakfast transforms Pillsbury cinnamon rolls into Christmas trees by unrolling and reweaving the dough, finished with icing and festive sprinkles.
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Updated on Wed, 01 Jan 2025 17:37:49 GMT
A decorative stack of cinnamon rolls, drizzled with icing and topped with red and green sprinkles, sits on a white plate against a festive backdrop.
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I'm so excited to share these Christmas Tree Cinnamon Rolls with you! They're my absolute favorite way to make Christmas morning special. My kids faces light up every time they see these cute little trees on the breakfast table. The best part? They're super simple to make which means more time for opening presents and enjoying holiday magic with the family.

Why These Are Pure Holiday Joy

There's something magical about pulling these adorable tree shaped rolls from the oven. The whole house fills with that cozy cinnamon scent that just screams Christmas morning. I love how the warm rolls and sweet icing come together to create the perfect holiday treat. Since they're so easy to make I actually get to relax and enjoy the morning with my family instead of spending hours in the kitchen.

Just Three Simple Ingredients

  • Cinnamon Rolls: 1 can Pillsbury™ Grands!™ Cinnamon Rolls or your favorite brand.
  • Icing: Included with the cinnamon rolls or homemade cream cheese icing.
  • Sprinkles: Festive Christmas sprinkles for decoration.

Creating Your Christmas Trees

Preheat the Oven
Set your oven to 350°F (175°C). Spray a baking pan with non-stick spray or line it with parchment paper for easy cleanup.
Shape the Cinnamon Rolls
Unravel each cinnamon roll and weave the dough back and forth to create a tree shape. Pinch the ends together to prevent it from unraveling during baking.
Bake
Place the shaped rolls on the prepared baking pan. Bake for 23–27 minutes or until golden brown. Remove from the oven and let cool slightly.
Decorate
Spread icing over the warm rolls and top with sprinkles. Serve immediately and enjoy!

Saving Some For Later

If you happen to have any leftovers which rarely happens in my house let them cool completely first. Store them in an airtight container being careful to keep them in a single layer. They'll stay fresh in the fridge for about 3 to 5 days.

Warming Them Back Up

When you're ready for round two wrap your rolls loosely in foil and pop them in a 300°F oven for about 5 to 7 minutes. The icing might get a bit melty but honestly that just makes them even more delicious.

The Perfect Christmas Morning Treat

These little trees have become such a cherished part of our Christmas tradition. They're simple enough that even sleepy eyes can manage making them and the kids always want to help decorate. Trust me these will become your new favorite holiday breakfast too.

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Frequently Asked Questions

→ Why do the rolls need to be pinched together?
Pinching helps maintain the tree shape during baking. Without this step, the dough might separate and lose its tree pattern.
→ What if the rolls start separating while baking?
If separation occurs, briefly remove from oven and gently push the dough back together, then continue baking.
→ Can I use homemade cinnamon roll dough?
While possible, store-bought rolls are recommended as they're specifically formulated to hold shape when unrolled and rewoven.
→ Why let them cool slightly before icing?
A brief cooling period prevents the icing from completely melting while still allowing it to spread easily.
→ What type of sprinkles work best?
Any Christmas-themed sprinkles work, but smaller nonpareils or jimmies tend to distribute more evenly than larger decorations.

Christmas Tree Cinnamon Rolls

Transform store-bought cinnamon rolls into festive Christmas trees by weaving the dough into a tree shape and topping with icing and sprinkles.

Prep Time
10 Minutes
Cook Time
23 Minutes
Total Time
33 Minutes
By: Meryem

Category: Breakfast

Difficulty: Easy

Cuisine: American

Yield: 5 Servings (5 trees)

Dietary: Vegetarian

Ingredients

01 1 can Pillsbury Cinnamon Rolls.
02 Icing (from can).
03 Christmas sprinkles.

Instructions

Step 01

Preheat oven to 350°F. Spray pan with non-stick spray or line with parchment paper.

Step 02

Separate rolls. Unravel each one and weave back and forth to create tree shape. Pinch dough to secure.

Step 03

Bake 23-27 minutes until golden brown. If separating, briefly remove and push back together.

Step 04

Let cool slightly. Add icing and sprinkles.

Notes

  1. Watch for separation while baking.
  2. Let cool before icing.

Tools You'll Need

  • Baking pan.
  • Parchment paper.

Allergy Information

Please check ingredients for potential allergens and consult a health professional if in doubt.
  • Dairy.
  • Eggs.
  • Gluten.

Nutrition Facts (Per Serving)

It is important to consider this information as approximate and not to use it as definitive health advice.
  • Calories: 300
  • Total Fat: 12 g
  • Total Carbohydrate: 45 g
  • Protein: 4 g