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Christmas Tree Cinnamon Rolls with Icing Recipe

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  • Author: Villerius
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 23 minutes
  • Total Time: 33 minutes
  • Yield: 5 servings
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Description

Create a festive and fun Christmas Tree Cinnamon Rolls treat using pre-made cinnamon roll dough. This easy-to-make recipe transforms classic cinnamon rolls into a charming holiday centerpiece, decorated with icing and colorful Christmas sprinkles. Perfect for a seasonal breakfast or dessert that’s sure to delight kids and adults alike.


Ingredients

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Ingredients

  • 1 can Pillsbury Grands! Cinnamon Rolls (5 rolls)
  • Icing (included in the cinnamon roll can)
  • Christmas Sprinkles


Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven: Set your oven temperature to 350 degrees Fahrenheit to prepare for baking the cinnamon rolls.
  2. Prepare the baking pan: Spray a pan with non-stick cooking spray or line it with parchment paper to prevent the cinnamon rolls from sticking.
  3. Separate the rolls: Open the can of cinnamon rolls and pull them apart gently to separate all 5 rolls.
  4. Shape the Christmas tree: Unravel each cinnamon roll one at a time and weave the dough back and forth on the baking pan, arranging it into a tree shape.
  5. Secure the shape: Pinch the edges of the dough tree together slightly so it stays intact during baking and won’t unravel.
  6. Bake the rolls: Place the shaped cinnamon rolls in the preheated oven and bake for 23 to 27 minutes or until they turn golden brown.
  7. Adjust if necessary: If you notice the dough starting to separate while baking, carefully remove the pan from the oven and push the dough together gently before continuing to bake.
  8. Cool down: Once baked, take the rolls out of the oven and let them cool slightly to avoid melting the icing too fast.
  9. Add icing and decoration: Spread the provided icing over the warm cinnamon roll tree and sprinkle generously with Christmas-themed sprinkles for a festive finish.
  10. Serve and enjoy: Serve the Christmas Tree Cinnamon Rolls warm as a fun holiday treat to share with family and friends.

Notes

  • Use non-stick spray or parchment paper to ensure easy removal from the baking pan.
  • Be gentle when weaving the dough to prevent tearing.
  • If the dough begins to separate during baking, briefly remove and reshape as needed.
  • Allow the rolls to cool slightly before adding icing to avoid it melting too much.
  • Feel free to customize the sprinkles to match your holiday decor or preference.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cinnamon roll tree slice (1/5 of recipe)
  • Calories: 280
  • Sugar: 15g
  • Sodium: 370mg
  • Fat: 10g
  • Saturated Fat: 3g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 6g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 43g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 4g
  • Cholesterol: 15mg