Cinnamon Roll Christmas Tree Pull-Apart Recipe

From Prep to Baked in 30 Minutes

Cinnamon rolls are a staple for many holiday mornings. Whether you enjoy classic homemade rolls or convenient store-bought dough, this pull-apart version is quick to assemble. In about 30 minutes you’ll have a baked and decorated tree ready to serve—great when you want a special treat without spending hours in the kitchen.

Great for a Crowd

This pull-apart cinnamon roll tree is ideal for serving groups. The recipe yields 40 mini rolls—plan on about 3–4 mini rolls per person. That makes it easy to feed a crowd or offer a generous portion alongside other breakfast items. Its flexibility and eye-catching presentation make it a favorite for holiday gatherings.

How to Make a Christmas Tree Cinnamon Roll Pull-Apart

• Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a large sheet pan with parchment paper.
• On a cutting board, unroll each cinnamon roll and slice it into four equal strips, about 4 inches long.
• Reroll each strip to form mini cinnamon rolls. You should end up with about 40 mini rolls.
• Arrange the mini rolls on the prepared pan in a triangle shape resembling a Christmas tree, starting with 8 rolls on the bottom row.

• Build upward with one fewer roll each row until a single mini roll sits at the top; the tree uses 8 rows total.
• Place the remaining 4 mini rolls in the bottom center to form the trunk.
• Bake 18–20 minutes, rotating the pan halfway through, until the tops are golden brown.
• Remove from the oven and transfer to a cooling rack. Drizzle the icing over the triangle shape, leaving the trunk uniced. Use a spreader to smooth the icing and cover the tree section completely.

• While the icing is still wet, sprinkle green sugar crystals over the tree to create the foliage effect.

• Add holiday confetti sprinkles as ornaments.
• Serve warm and let guests pull individual mini rolls from the tree. Enjoy!

Storage

Store leftovers covered at room temperature for up to 2 days or in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. To reheat, warm individual rolls in the microwave for 15–20 seconds, or loosely cover with foil and heat in a 300°F oven for about 5 minutes until warmed through.

Fun and Festive Holiday Cinnamon Rolls

Turn store-bought cinnamon roll dough into creative holiday treats your family will adore. This pull-apart tree is an easy way to make breakfast feel special without complicated steps or long prep times.