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Cinnamon Roll Christmas Tree Recipe Easy Steps for Festive Treats

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A festive and easy cinnamon roll recipe shaped like a Christmas tree, perfect for holiday breakfasts or desserts. Uses simple ingredients and comes together in under an hour for a crowd-pleasing treat.

Ingredients

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  • 1 package refrigerated cinnamon roll dough (e.g., Pillsbury)
  • 3 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 cup powdered sugar
  • 2 tablespoons milk (whole, 2%, or almond milk)
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • Optional: mini chocolate chips, chopped nuts, or colored sprinkles for decoration

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Open the cinnamon roll package and separate the rolls gently. Slice each roll into halves or thirds to get about 12 slices total.
  3. In a small bowl, mix granulated sugar and ground cinnamon. Set aside.
  4. Lightly brush melted butter on the parchment paper or baking sheet.
  5. Arrange cinnamon roll slices on the baking sheet in a triangle shape resembling a Christmas tree: one slice at the top, two slices in the second row, three in the third, and four in the fourth row, leaving small gaps between slices.
  6. Brush melted butter over each cinnamon roll slice, then sprinkle the cinnamon sugar mixture generously on top.
  7. Bake for 25-30 minutes until golden brown and cooked through. Cover loosely with foil if edges brown too fast.
  8. While baking, whisk powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract in a small bowl until smooth and pourable.
  9. After baking, let the tree cool for about 5 minutes, then drizzle the glaze over it. Add optional toppings like mini chocolate chips or sprinkles.
  10. Serve warm for best flavor. Leftovers can be reheated.

Notes

Let cinnamon roll dough sit at room temperature for 10 minutes before slicing if cold. Brush melted butter before baking for a golden crust. Adjust glaze consistency with milk one teaspoon at a time. Avoid overcrowding slices to allow expansion. Cover with foil if edges brown too quickly. For extra flavor, sprinkle sea salt on glaze. Can be made gluten-free or dairy-free with appropriate substitutions.

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Keywords: cinnamon roll, Christmas tree, holiday treat, festive dessert, easy cinnamon rolls, holiday breakfast, cinnamon sugar, glaze

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