If you're looking for a festive and delicious treat to enjoy this holiday season, consider making some Christmas tree roll ups. These delightful treats are made with a combination of cake and frosting, creating a sweet and decadent treat sure to please everyone at your gathering. With their bright green color and festive decorations, they're the perfect addition to your holiday table. Whether you're hosting a Christmas party or simply want a unique dessert to enjoy with your family, these Christmas tree roll ups are sure to be a hit.
Here are our top 5 tried and tested recipes!
CHRISTMAS TREE ROLLS
"Our kids love it when I bake these yummy rolls in the shape of a Christmas tree," shares Diedra Walker, a working mother from Martin, Tennessee who enjoys trying new recipes on weekends. Taking advantage of convenient crescent roll dough, she makes this impressive addition to a special brunch without a lot of fuss.
Provided by Taste of Home
Time 50m
Yield 22 rolls.
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Unroll crescent roll dough into a rectangle. Press seams and perforations to seal; roll lightly with a rolling pin. Spread butter over dough. Combine sugar and cinnamon; sprinkle over butter. Roll up, jelly-roll style, starting with a long side. Seal edge. Cut into 22 slices. To form a tree, place slices on a greased baking sheet with sides touching and cut side up. Place one slice in the top row and two slices in the second row. Repeat with remaining rolls, adding one slice per row, until the tree has six rows. Center the one remaining slice under the last row for a truck. Bake at 350° for 16-20 minutes or until golden brown. Remove to a wire rack. Combine confectioners' sugar and milk; drizzle over warm rolls. Decorate with cherries if desired.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 131 calories, Fat 5g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 3mg cholesterol, Sodium 173mg sodium, Carbohydrate 19g carbohydrate (11g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 2g protein.
CHEESY GARLIC PULL-APART CHRISTMAS TREE
A pull-apart Christmas tree is a delicious way to decorate your holiday table. Put this one on your nice list because it's made easy with Pillsbury™ biscuits and loaded with cheddar, mozzarella and Colby-Monterey Jack cheeses. Christmas tree cheese bread is a warm, garlicky side dish you'll love to gift and enjoy.
Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens
Categories Side Dish
Time 1h
Yield 16
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Heat oven to 350°F. Line 18x14-inch cookie sheet with cooking parchment paper.
- Cut each cheese stick into 4 pieces to make 64 pieces. Separate each can of dough into 8 biscuits. Separate each biscuit into 2 layers for a total of 32 biscuit rounds. Flatten each biscuit round into 4-inch circle.
- Place 2 pieces of the same type of cheese on center of each round. Fold edges up and over cheese; pinch firmly to seal. Using photo as a guide, place biscuits randomly by assorted cheeses, seam sides down and next to each other in a tree-shaped pattern on cookie sheet, starting with trunk and working up to the top.
- In small microwavable bowl, microwave butter uncovered on High 30 to 60 seconds or until melted. Stir in garlic powder and Italian seasoning. Brush mixture on tops of biscuits. Bake 29 to 33 minutes or until golden brown and biscuits are no longer doughy in center.
- Top with chives. In small microwavable bowl, microwave pizza sauce covered on High 60 to 90 seconds, stirring halfway through, until warmed through. Serve cheese-stuffed biscuits with pizza sauce.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 290, Carbohydrate 29 g, Cholesterol 20 mg, Fat 2, Fiber 1 g, Protein 8 g, SaturatedFat 9 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 730 mg, Sugar 6 g, TransFat 0 g
CHRISTMAS TREE SAVORY ROLLS
Topped with festive pepper stars, this appetizer tree consists of tender yeast rolls with a savory cream cheese filling. It's good with or without the crabmeat. -Maryalice Wood, Langley, British Columbia
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Appetizers
Time 1h25m
Yield 1 tree (22 rolls).
Number Of Ingredients 18
Steps:
- In a large bowl, combine 3 cups flour, sugar, yeast, lemon zest and salt. In a small saucepan, heat milk and water to 120°-130°. Stir in oil and lemon juice. Add to dry ingredients; beat until smooth. Stir in enough remaining flour to form a soft dough. , Turn onto a floured surface; knead until smooth and elastic, 6-8 minutes. Place in a greased bowl, turning once to grease the top. Cover and let rise in a warm place until doubled, about 1 hour. , Meanwhile, in a small bowl, beat 4 ounces cream cheese until smooth. Add the mayonnaise, 1 teaspoon lemon juice, lemon pepper and parsley; mix well. Stir in crabmeat if desired; set aside. , Turn dough onto a lightly floured surface; roll out into a 22x14-in. rectangle. Spread prepared filling to within 1/2-in. of edges. Roll up jelly-roll style, starting with a long side; pinch seams to seal. Cut into 22 slices., Cover a baking sheet with foil and grease well. Place 1 slice near the top center of prepared baking sheet. Place 2 slices in the second row with sides touching. Repeat, adding 1 slice per row, until tree has 5 rows. Repeat last row. Center remaining 2 slices below last row for the trunk. Cover and let rise until doubled, about 30 minutes. , Bake at 325° until golden brown, 25-30 minutes. Carefully transfer rolls with foil onto a wire rack to cool completely., Meanwhile, in a small bowl, beat remaining cream cheese and lemon juice until smooth. Cut a small hole in the corner of pastry bag; fill with cream cheese mixture. Pipe onto rolls for garland. , Cut peppers in half vertically; remove stems and seeds. Using a 1-1/2-in. star-shaped cookie cutter, cut out stars from peppers; place on tree. Carefully remove a 2-in. piece of peel from lemon (save lemon for another use). With a 2-in. star-shaped cookie cutter, cut out a star from peel; place on top of tree. Remove foil before serving. Refrigerate leftovers.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 191 calories, Fat 9g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 13mg cholesterol, Sodium 170mg sodium, Carbohydrate 25g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 4g protein.
HOLIDAY ROLL UPS
Provided by Ree Drummond : Food Network
Categories appetizer
Time 1h10m
Yield About 35 roll ups
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Mix the cream cheese, ranch dressing mix and the black pepper together thoroughly.
- Spread the mixture on the tortillas, and then sprinkle over the diced bell peppers and green onions. Roll up tightly, wrap in plastic wrap and refrigerate until party time (for at least 1 hour).
- Slice into small wheels and serve.
CINNAMON-ROLL CHRISTMAS TREE
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
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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Tips:
1. Choose the Right Bread: - Use fresh, soft bread that can be easily rolled up without tearing. - For a softer roll-up, use a bread that is a few days old. - Avoid using thick or crusty bread as it will be difficult to roll. 2. Keep the Filling Cold: - Chill the cream cheese filling before spreading it on the bread. - This will help prevent the filling from becoming too soft and runny. - If the filling is too soft, it will be difficult to roll the bread up without it tearing. 3. Roll Tightly: - When rolling up the bread, make sure to roll it tightly so that the filling doesn't spill out. - Use a sharp knife to cut the roll-ups into even slices. 4. Chill Before Serving: - After rolling up the bread, chill it in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving. - This will help the filling to set and make the roll-ups easier to slice. 5. Garnish with Festive Toppings: - To make your Christmas tree roll-ups even more festive, garnish them with sprinkles, chopped nuts, or candy canes. - You can also use a festive cookie cutter to cut the roll-ups into fun shapes.Conclusion:
Christmas tree roll-ups are a delicious and festive treat that are perfect for any holiday party. With a few simple tips, you can easily make these roll-ups at home. So get creative and have fun with your decorations!
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