Christmas Tree Cinnamon Rolls

These Christmas Tree Cinnamon Rolls are such a cute and easy treat to bake during the holidays. They use simple store bought cinnamon rolls and turn them into adorable little trees with green icing and colorful sprinkles.

They are perfect for Christmas morning, holiday brunch, or a fun baking activity with the kids. Everyone loves how festive they look, and they taste just as good as they look.

I love quick holiday recipes like this one. They feel special without taking much time at all which is a lifesaver during the busiest season of the year. These cinnamon roll trees always bring smiles to the breakfast table.

We make these every December because the kids love shaping the trees and adding sprinkles. The pretzel trunks make them extra fun and the green icing gives them that cheerful Christmas look.

Ingredients

Here is what you need to make these cute Christmas Tree Cinnamon Rolls.

Cinnamon roll dough: The base of the recipe and easy to shape into little trees
Pretzel sticks: Added to the bottom to create the tree trunk
White or cream cheese icing: Sweet frosting that takes on the green color perfectly
Green food coloring: Turns the icing into the perfect Christmas tree shade
Christmas sprinkles: Adds fun color and texture for decorating

How to Make Christmas Tree Cinnamon Rolls

Step 1: Start by heating your oven to 375 degrees. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper so the cinnamon rolls cook evenly and are easy to remove once baked.

Step 2: Open the can of cinnamon rolls and arrange them on the baking sheet with space between each one.

Step 3: Gently unroll each cinnamon roll and guide the strip of dough into a loose triangle shape. This creates the Christmas tree outline.

Step 4: Press one pretzel stick into the bottom center of each triangle to act as the tree trunk. Make sure it sits securely in the dough so it stays in place as the rolls bake.

Step 5: Bake the cinnamon rolls for twelve to fifteen minutes, or until the edges turn golden and the dough feels set. The trees may puff a little which is completely normal.

Step 6: Let the rolls cool completely. Mix the icing with green food coloring until you have a bright, tree colored shade.

Step 7: Spread the green icing over each cinnamon roll tree. Finish by adding Christmas sprinkles for a festive touch. Serve right away and enjoy the holiday cheer.

These cinnamon roll trees are perfect for Christmas morning breakfast, holiday brunch with family, or as a sweet treat for classroom parties.

They go great with scrambled eggs, fresh fruit, or hot chocolate. Set them out on a festive platter for an easy Christmas brunch centerpiece that everyone will love.

Storage and Reheating

• Room temperature: Store in an airtight container for up to two days
• Fridge: Keep refrigerated for three to four days
• Reheat: Warm gently in the microwave until soft and warm

FAQ

Can I make these ahead of time

Yes. Bake the cinnamon rolls the night before and decorate them with icing and sprinkles the next morning.

Can I use another type of icing

You can use cream cheese icing or vanilla icing. Both take on the food coloring easily.

Can kids help make this recipe

Absolutely. Kids love shaping the trees and adding the sprinkles.

How do I keep the cinnamon rolls from spreading too much

Try chilling the dough triangles for a few minutes before baking. You can also reshape them right when they come out of the oven while they are still soft.

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