How To Make Reindeer Cinnamon Rolls with Video Tutorial
Reindeer cinnamon rolls make an easy, cute Rudolph breakfast or brunch treat for kids. Quick to prep and perfect for busy mornings. Click for the simple recipe!
What is this recipe?
Okay, friend, let’s talk about these adorable holiday rolls. You know those mornings when you want something cute and fun, but you also want it easy? This recipe hits that sweet spot. It turns simple cinnamon rolls into the sweetest little Rudolph faces. And honestly, the kids freak out over them every single time.
These rolls look fancy. But guess what? They take almost no work. You start with store-bought cinnamon rolls, add a few toppings, and boom… instant Christmas magic. 🎄
You can bake them on Christmas morning, or you can make them for a holiday breakfast party. They’re silly, cute, and perfect for busy parents who love festive fun without the fuss.
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Ingredients
Here’s everything you need:
- 1 can cinnamon rolls
- Red gumballs or Red Peanut/Peanut Butter M&M’s
- Candy eyes
- Bacon (yep, actual bacon for the antlers!)
Everything is super easy to find, even at your local grocery store. You might even have most of it at home already.
How to Make the Recipe
Let’s break this down step-by-step so you can pull it together fast. Click play on the video below to watch the assembly of the Christmas cinnamon rolls, or read through the directions below.
- Preheat your oven to 350°F.
- Take two cinnamon rolls and gently roll the second on around the first one to make one larger cinnamon roll. This gives you a nice, big Rudolph face.
- Bake the rolls for 10 minutes in a baking dish.
- Pull them from the oven and frost while warm.
- Add two candy eyes to each reindeer face.
- Press a red gumball or M&M right in the center for the nose.
- Finish with two strips of cooked bacon as antlers.
That’s literally it. Easy. Cute. Delicious. And yes, your kids will want to eat the bacon before you even assemble the antlers. Mine always do. 😂
Places to Take or Use This Recipe
There are so many fun ways to use these!
- Christmas morning breakfast.
- Classroom holiday parties.
- Neighborhood brunches.
- Family movie nights while you watch Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer.
- A fun after-school surprise snack.
Honestly, anywhere you want holiday cheer, these little guys fit right in.
Variations
If you want to switch things up, here are some ideas:
- Swap the bacon for pretzel twists if you need a non-meat option.
- Use mini chocolate chips for eyes if you don’t have candy eyes on hand.
- Try colored frosting—white for snow, green for Christmas vibes, or brown (chocolate or maple) for a classic Rudolph look.
- Use mini marshmallows to give them cute little “snow beards.”
Super flexible. Do what works for your family.
Storage + Make Ahead
You can bake these the night before if mornings get a little wild at your house (same 🙋♀️).
Store them in an airtight container for up to two days. Warm them for 10–15 seconds in the microwave before serving. If you want the toppings to stay crisp and cute, add the eyes, nose, and antlers right before serving.
If you want to prep ahead, you can cook the bacon and set out your decorating supplies the night before.
Common Questions about the Recipe
Can I use homemade cinnamon rolls instead of store-bought?
Absolutely! Use whatever you love. Store-bought keeps it simple, but homemade rolls make it extra special. And you can even make these super special by using my Cinnamon Rolls with Half and Half Hack.
Will the gumball melt in the oven?
Yep, so add the nose after baking and frosting.
Can I make these without bacon?
For sure. Pretzels, chocolate antlers, or even stick candy all work great.
Can kids help with this recipe?
Oh yes. Kids can add eyes, noses, and antlers. The decorating part is the most fun!
Do these travel well for parties?
Yes! Just pack them in a single layer in a cake carrier or baking pan.
Rudolph Reindeer Cinnamon Rolls Recipe
Ingredients
- 1 Can Cinnamon Rolls
- Red Gumballs or Peanut/Peanut Butter M&M's
- Candy Eyes
- Bacon
Instructions
- Pre/Heat oven to 350 degrees. Or as directed on the can of cinnamon rolls.
- Take two cinnamon rolls and roll one around the other one to form one big cinnamon roll. Repeat with others and place each one in a baking dish.
- Bake for 10 minutes.
- Remove from oven and frost immediately.
- Place two candy eyes onto each roll.
- Add a red gumball for a nose.
- Add two strips of cooked bacon for antlers.
Notes
Conclusion
These delightful treats bring immense joy to the holiday season. My kids giggle every time we make them, and I love how quick they come together. If you want a fun and simple way to make mornings feel magical, try these Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer Cinnamon Rolls and enjoy the smiles.
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More Christmas and Reindeer-Inspired Foods:
- Reindeer Wafer Cookies
- Reindeer Sugar Cookies
- Reindeer Cheese and Crackers
- Shortcut Sugar Cookies
- Christmas Tree Cakes
- Gingerbread Sheet Cake
- Snowman Pizza
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