These Mini Christmas Tree Rolls are a delightful addition to your holiday table, exuding festive cheer and irresistible flavors in every bite. With a prep time of just 10 minutes and a total time of 35 minutes, these rolls are quick to whip up, making them perfect for a cozy Christmas morning breakfast or a delightful treat to share with loved ones during the holiday season.
Ingredients:
- 1 tube (8 ounces) refrigerated crescent rolls
- 2 tablespoons margarine, softened
- 2 tablespoons sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 2 tablespoons raisins
- 3/4 cup powdered sugar
- 1 tablespoon milk
Instructions:
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Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
- Ensure your oven is preheated to the correct temperature to ensure even baking of your Mini Christmas Tree Rolls.
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Unroll crescent dough into one large rectangle.
- Take your tube of refrigerated crescent rolls and carefully unroll them onto a clean surface, forming one large rectangle.
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Roll Dough and Pizza Roller lightly over dough and seal perforations.
- Using a dough roller or pizza cutter, lightly roll over the dough to smooth it out and seal any perforations.
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Spread margarine evenly over dough.
- Spread the softened margarine evenly over the surface of the dough, ensuring every inch is covered for a deliciously buttery flavor.
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Combine sugar and cinnamon.
- In a small bowl, combine the sugar and ground cinnamon, mixing well to ensure even distribution of flavors.
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Sprinkle evenly over dough.
- Sprinkle the cinnamon sugar mixture evenly over the dough, providing a sweet and aromatic layer to your rolls.
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Sprinkle raisins over sugar cinnamon mixture.
- Scatter the raisins over the cinnamon sugar mixture, adding bursts of sweetness and texture to your rolls.
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Roll up rectangle tightly, starting from longest side.
- Starting from the longest side of the rectangle, tightly roll up the dough into a log shape, ensuring all the filling stays intact.
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Cut roll into 22 slices.
- Using a sharp knife, carefully slice the rolled dough into 22 equal-sized pieces, creating individual rolls for baking.
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Place slices cut side down on a 15-inch Baking stone.
- Arrange the slices cut side down on a 15-inch baking stone or a lined baking sheet, ensuring they are placed close together but not touching.
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Begin with one slice at the top, then two slices for the second row, then three for the third row, etc., until you have a bottom row of 6 slices.
- Start assembling your tree shape by placing one slice at the top, then arranging two slices for the second row, three for the third row, and so on, until you have a bottom row of six slices, forming the base of your tree.
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Place remaining slices centered under the last row of 6 slices for a tree stem.
- Take the remaining slices and arrange them centered under the last row of six slices, creating a tree stem shape for your Mini Christmas Tree Rolls.
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Bake for 20 to 25 minutes.
- Transfer the assembled rolls to the preheated oven and bake for 20 to 25 minutes, or until they are golden brown and cooked through.
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Glaze warm rolls.
- While the rolls are still warm, prepare the glaze by mixing powdered sugar and milk until smooth. Drizzle the glaze over the warm rolls for added sweetness and a glossy finish.
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Decorate with candies or candied fruit for the festive tree.
- To add a festive touch, decorate your Mini Christmas Tree Rolls with candies or candied fruit, arranging them on top of the glazed rolls to resemble ornaments adorning a Christmas tree.
These Mini Christmas Tree Rolls are not only visually stunning but also deliciously indulgent, making them the perfect treat to celebrate the holiday season with loved ones. Enjoy the warm, cinnamon-infused flavors and the joy of sharing homemade goodness with family and friends.
