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Ingredients
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- 2 cups lukewarm water
- 1/4 cup sugar
- 2 tablespoons active dry yeast
- 1/4 cup melted butter
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tablespoon salt
- 5½ to 6 cups all-purpose flour
- 6 tablespoons melted butter (for filling)
- 1 cup light brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons ground cinnamon
- 1/4 cup room temperature butter (for icing)
- 8 ounces cream cheese (room temperature)
- 3–4 cups powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2–3 tablespoons milk
- 5 drops green food coloring (optional)
- 3 tablespoons red and green sprinkles
Instructions
- Combine lukewarm water, sugar, and yeast. Let sit until bubbly.
- Add melted butter, eggs, salt, and flour. Mix until combined and knead.
- Let the dough rest covered in a warm area until doubled in size.
- Roll out the dough into a rectangle and spread melted butter on top.
- Sprinkle with brown sugar and cinnamon, then roll tightly and slice.
- Shape rolls into Christmas trees and let rise again.
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and bake rolls until golden brown.
- Prepare icing by mixing cream cheese, butter, and powdered sugar.
- Pipe icing onto cooled rolls and add sprinkles.
Notes
Ensure your yeast is activated properly for fluffy rolls.
Resting periods are crucial for achieving the right texture.
Adjust flour based on humidity for best dough consistency.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 20
- Sodium: 250
- Fat: 12
- Saturated Fat: 7
- Unsaturated Fat: 3
- Trans Fat: 0
- Carbohydrates: 45
- Fiber: 1
- Protein: 5
- Cholesterol: 40