CINNAMON-ROLL CHRISTMAS TREE

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It's so fast and easy to make these rolls for the holiday. What a sweet way to celebrate Christmas morning! -Alyssa Helm, Caledonia, Michigan

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 40m

Yield 1 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 6

1/3 cup packed brown sugar
1/4 cup sugar
3 teaspoons ground cinnamon
1 loaf (1 pound) frozen bread dough, thawed
2 tablespoons butter, softened
1 cup vanilla frosting

Steps:

  • Line a baking sheet with parchment. In a small bowl, mix brown sugar, sugar and cinnamon., On a lightly floured surface, roll dough into a 12x8-in. rectangle. Spread with butter to within 1/2 in. of edges; sprinkle with sugar mixture. Roll up jelly-roll style, starting with a long side; pinch seam to seal. Cut into 12 slices., Center 1 slice near top of prepared pan, cut side down. Closely arrange 9 more slices to form 3 additional rows, adding 1 slice per row, to form a tree. Center remaining 2 slices at base of tree for trunk. Cover with a kitchen towel; let rise in a warm place until doubled, about 30 minutes. Preheat oven to 350°., Bake 18-20 minutes or until golden brown. Spread with frosting; serve warm.

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