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Festive Cinnamon Rolls Shaped Like Christmas Trees

Christmas Tree Cinnamon Rolls made approachable with clear cues, pantry staples, and flexible swaps.

Ingredients

  • 4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 packet 2 1/4 tsp instant yeast
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 3/4 cup whole milk warmed
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter melted
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 tbsp ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 cup brown sugar
  • 1 cup cream cheese softened
  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract

Instructions

  • Prepare the dough by mixing dry ingredients.
  • Add the wet ingredients.
  • Knead the dough.
  • First rise.
  • Prepare the filling.
  • Roll out the dough.
  • Add the filling and shape.
  • Form the Christmas tree.
  • Second rise.
  • Preheat the oven.
  • Bake the rolls.
  • Prepare the frosting.
  • Frost the rolls.