Christmas Tree Cinnamon Rolls

The perfect easy, delectable breakfast for Christmas morning is a batch of Christmas Tree Cinnamon Rolls! Created with a can of refrigerator cinnamon rolls shaped and decorated as Christmas trees, these easy to make creations are sure to bring some holiday cheer.

Enjoy these Christmas breakfast cinnamon rolls delight on everyone's faces as they dig in to their warm cute cinnamon rolls; it's sure to bring some warmth and joy to this special day.

Check out my list of other best cinnamon rolls that also use Pillsbury refrigerator rolls as well!

Make Christmas morning special this year with easy-to-make cinnamon rolls shaped like a Christmas tree! Not only are these Christmas cinnamon rolls easy to make, your kids will have fun shaping the pre-made cinnamon rolls into trees...not to mention decorating them after they're baked!

Like my Cinnamon Roll Breakfast Casserole, this recipe starts out with a can of refrigerator cinnamon rolls. Then decorate the baked rolls with green candy melts and fun Christmas sprinkles.

You simply open the can of cinnamon rolls, unroll and shape each cinnamon roll into a tree, bake and decorate. How easy is that?

Serve the cream cheese frosting that comes with the rolls on the side for dipping. If you're looking for another 2 ingredient recipe, try my Sausage Cinnamon Rolls!

Table of Contents

• 💭Quick Christmas breakfast ideas
• 💭Easy Christmas Cinnamon Rolls
• 🛒Helpful Kitchen Tools
• 📋Main Ingredients Needed
• 🔪Step-by-Step Instructions
• 🍽Make it a Meal
• 💭Storage Tips
• 💡Recipe FAQ
• 💭Top Recipe Tip
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Looking for more Christmas Breakfast Recipes? Try my French Toast Cinnamon Rolls, Easy Cinnamon Roll Breakfast Casserole or my Cinnamon Roll Casserole without Eggs...yum!

💭Quick Christmas breakfast ideas

For a special holiday treat on Christmas morning, why not whip up quick breakfast options that will make your family's mouths water and get the day off to a festive start?

If you're looking for something different, try my Christmas Pancake Mix that you can prep ahead and add Christmas-inspired toppings such as red and green sprinkles.

If you would like something savory, think about making mini quiches the night before and pop them in the oven for an easy brunch solution. Of course your classic egg-bacon combination is easy to make and adds a delicious flavor to start your day.

For another easy prep-ahead recipe, try my Overnight French Toast Casserole. Made with thick brioche bread, eggs, cinnamon and sugar, it's sure to please everyone!

Whatever easy breakfast idea you choose for Christmas morning, it is sure to get your family in the spirit!

💭Easy Christmas Cinnamon Rolls

We all have visions of the perfect Christmas morning breakfast with our families. And for most of us, that dream usually involves cinnamon rolls.

In reality, making homemade cinnamon rolls with yeast can be difficult and time-consuming. If you find this statement to be true, make sure you check out my Homemade Cinnamon Rolls using Biscuits.

You might also enjoy my two-ingredient cinnamon rolls with heavy cream that are really easy and taste delicious!

🛒Helpful Kitchen Tools

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Non-Stick Baking Sheets Set of 3Christmas Coffee Mugs Set of 6Wilton 16-inch Disposable Decorating Bags Set, 4-PackGold Stars Edible SprinklesWilton Holiday Mix 6 cell Sprinkles

 

📋Main Ingredients Needed

This is an overview of the ingredients and instructions. Be sure to see the recipe card below for exact quantities, detailed instructions and special notes.

🔪Step-by-Step Instructions

Step 1 | Form the Christmas Trees

• Open the can of cinnamon rolls. Separate and unroll each roll. Then shape the roll like a Christmas tree.
• Place on a baking tray that's been lined with parchment paper.

Step 2 | Baking Instructions

• Bake in a preheated 350°F oven for 12 to 15 minutes or until the cinnamon rolls are golden brown.
• Remove from the oven and allow the rolls to cool completely before decorating.

Step 3 | Decorating Instructions

• Melt the candy melts according to their package instructions.
• Add the melted candy to a disposable decorating bag.
• Pipe the melted chocolate on top of each cinnamon roll.
• Decorate with the colored sprinkles and top each tree with a star.

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🍽Make it a Meal

• Breakfast Casserole with Eggs and Sausage is always a great addition to any holiday celebration.
• Cinnamon Roll French Toast is another recipe perfect for Christmas and ready fast!

💭Storage Tips

• When storing leftover cinnamon rolls, make sure to fully cool them down first.
• Place them into an air tight storage container.
• Place the wrapped buns into the fridge to store for up to two days.
• For longer storage, freeze them immediately after wrapping and thaw overnight before eating. If you're feeling creative, try heating the leftovers in a 350F oven for 5-10 minutes for an amazing second-day treat!

💡Recipe FAQ

💭Top Recipe Tip

Serve the cream cheese frosting that comes in the package of cinnamon rolls on the side for dipping!

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