Grinch Cinnamon Rolls

There is nothing better during the holiday season than waking up Christmas morning to these Grinch Cinnamon Rolls. If you are looking for some Grinch breakfast ideas or grinch brunch ideas, start with these cinnamon rolls.

This Christmas breakfast recipe is my kids favorite. We have even served as a dessert for after our Christmas dinner. You may like these other Grinch Dessert Recipes – Grinch Pretzels, Grinch Bark Recipe and Grinch Pie.

Why We Love This Recipe

Celebrate the holidays with this Grinch Christmas treat. Perfect to make while watching a Grinch movie such as The Grinch Stole Christmas. They are even great for a holiday party.

We love to top these Grinch Rolls with homemade green frosting. Then top with a red heart sprinkle. It is the perfect holiday treat to celebrate the season. These Grinch Fruit Kabob would be the perfect side to serve with these cinnamon rolls.

Ingredients

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How to Make Grinch Cinnamon Rolls

• Step 1 – Preheat the oven to the temperature on the package of the cinnamon rolls.

Step 2 – Unroll the package of cinnamon rolls and separate each of the cinnamon roll dough. Then unroll the single cinnamon roll and roll the other side in to make a heart shape.

Step 3 – Finish by pinching the bottom slightly to secure the heart shape. Then place cinnamon rolls on a baking sheet. Then bake the cinnamon rolls based on the package.

Step 4 – In a medium size mixing bowl, place the butter and cream cheese.  Microwave this mixture for 30 seconds to soften the ingredients.  Then beat together the cream cheese and butter with a hand held mixer.

Step 5 – Add in the package of cinnamon roll icing that came in the cinnamon roll package and the powder sugar.  Beat with the mixer until the icing is creamy. Mix in the vanilla extract and salt. Mix until combined.

Step 6 – Add in the green food coloring until the frosting is a vibrant 

Step 7 – Spread the green frosting onto each of the cinnamon rolls and then add a heart sprinkle to each cinnamon roll. Serve and Enjoy!

Recipe Tips

• Making the Heart – We recommend forming the heart prior to baking them. Roll the cinnamon rolls and close the ends to make sure it bakes into a heart.
• Frosting – We prefer to make the cream cheese frosting. But you can use the icing that comes with the package and just dye it green.
• Red Heart Sprinkle – If you are unable to find the red heart sprinkles, you can use just regular sprinkles. You can even top it with a red M&M.
• Cinnamon Rolls – You can use any flavor or brand.

What Type of Green Food Coloring is Best?

We recommend using gel food coloring to mix with the homemade icing. Regular frosting will make the frosting to thin since it is water base.

Feel free to change the coloring of the frosting if you prefer. Red frosting with green sprinkles would also be a great option.

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