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Our Christmas morning wouldn't be the same without this fun breakfast treat! These adorable cinnamon rolls shaped like Christmas trees have become a must-have in our home. I stumbled on this idea when looking for something festive but quick for our holiday breakfast, and now my kids ask for them every December. Everyone smiles when they see these cute little trees waiting on the breakfast table.
Simple Holiday Wonder
The best thing about these treats? They're super easy but look totally impressive! They work great for big family gatherings or just making your quiet Christmas morning extra special. I love that you can grab pre-made rolls from the store to save time, but everyone will think you spent hours making them.
Your Shopping List
- The Foundation: A single tube of Pillsbury Grands! Cinnamon Rolls which are just the right size for this project.
- The Topping: The container of frosting that's packed with the rolls.
- The Festive Touch: Christmas-colored sprinkles green and red ones really make them pop!
Creating Your Trees
- Prep Steps
- Start by heating your oven to 350°F. I always coat my baking sheet with cooking spray or put down some parchment paper so nothing sticks!
- Shape Your Dough
- Now for the creative part! Take each roll and carefully unroll it. Then arrange them into tree patterns on your baking sheet. They don't need to be flawless that's what makes them charming! I squeeze the dough slightly in spots to help it stay in position.
- Into The Oven
- Bake them for around 23-27 minutes. It's fun to watch through the oven window as they turn a lovely golden color. If they start to spread out too much, just nudge them back into shape.
- Decoration Time
- After cooling briefly, spread that yummy icing all over. This is when the children jump in to help scatter all those colorful Christmas sprinkles!
Storage Tips
Got some left? That's rare in my house! Store them in a sealed container in your fridge and they'll stay yummy for 3-5 days. Just wait until they're totally cool before you put them away. This keeps them tasting great whenever you want another bite of holiday cheer.
Reheating Secrets
Want them to taste almost new again? Put your leftover rolls in a baking dish, loosely wrap some foil on top, and warm them at 300°F for about 5-7 minutes. Yes, the frosting gets a bit runny but honestly that makes them taste even better! They'll seem like they just came out of the oven the first time.
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Family Fun Project
This is definitely a recipe that brings everyone to the kitchen! My kids go crazy for unrolling the dough and making their own special trees. And when it's time to add decorations? Total happiness! Seeing them carefully add each sprinkle and the pride on their faces when they finish their Christmas tree makes the whole holiday brighter.
Holiday Morning Delight
These rolls turn any December breakfast into something magical. I love serving them while everyone's still wearing PJs with the whole house filled with that amazing cinnamon smell. They go perfectly with some hot chocolate or a mug of coffee, adding extra warmth to your morning.
Creating Family Memories
The real magic of these treats? How they become part of your Christmas story. In our home, the kids bounce out of bed knowing these sparkly cinnamon trees are waiting downstairs. When they spot those tree-shaped rolls covered in colorful sprinkles, their excitement captures what holidays should be about!
Custom Creations
Let me tell you some ways we mix it up! Sometimes we add different colored icings drizzled across like snowfall. My daughter can't get enough of the edible sparkles that make them twinkle, and my son always wants crushed peppermint candies sprinkled on top. We once tried adding tiny chocolate chips as decorations and wow, they tasted amazing!
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Frequently Asked Questions
- → Will other cinnamon roll brands work too?
- Definitely, just use the jumbo sized ones. Smaller rolls will create a tinier tree and might cook faster.
- → My tree keeps falling apart during baking. Help?
- Press the dough pieces firmly together before they go in the oven. If they start coming apart, quickly take them out and gently press them back in place.
- → Can I prepare this the night before?
- It's tastiest when eaten right away. You can warm it up later, but it won't be quite as good as freshly baked.
- → Which sprinkles should I pick?
- Any festive sprinkles work great, though red and green feel most Christmassy. Sprinkle them while the frosting's still sticky.
- → How can I tell when it's finished baking?
- Look for a nice golden color all over. Poke the middle part to make sure it's not still gooey inside before taking it out.