There’s something magical about freshly baked Christmas rolls: the buttery aroma, soft dough, and the cozy feeling they bring to any holiday table. This collection of 22 Christmas roll recipes offers a variety of flavors — from classic cinnamon to seasonal spices, sweet jams, and even festive glazes. Whether you’re baking for family, friends, or just yourself, you’ll find a roll here to match your mood. Grab your apron — let’s bake!
1. Classic Cinnamon Christmas Rolls
Ingredients
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- ¼ cup granulated sugar
- 1 packet (2¼ tsp) active dry yeast
- ½ cup warm milk (about 110 °F / 43 °C)
- ¼ cup unsalted butter, melted + extra for greasing
- 1 large egg
- ½ tsp salt
Filling
- ½ cup brown sugar, packed
- 2 tsp ground cinnamon
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter, softened
Instructions
- In a small bowl, stir warm milk and yeast. Let sit 5 minutes until foamy.
- In a large bowl, combine flour, sugar, and salt. Add melted butter, egg, and yeast mixture. Stir until dough forms, then knead for 5–7 minutes until smooth and elastic.
- Place dough in a greased bowl, cover, and let rise 1 hour or until doubled.
- Roll dough into a rectangle about 12×16 inches. Spread softened butter, then sprinkle brown sugar and cinnamon evenly.
- Roll up tightly from the long side. Cut into 12 equal rolls. Place in a greased baking dish, cover, and let rise 30 minutes.
- Preheat oven to 350 °F (175 °C). Bake for 20–25 minutes until golden brown.
How to Serve It
Brush warm rolls lightly with melted butter and serve with a cup of hot cocoa or tea on a chilly morning.
2. Brown Sugar Pecan Rolls
Ingredients
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- ¼ cup sugar
- 1 packet active dry yeast
- ½ cup warm milk
- ¼ cup unsalted butter, melted + extra for greasing
- 1 egg
- ½ tsp salt
Filling
- ¾ cup packed brown sugar
- 3 tbsp unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup chopped pecans
Instructions
- Prepare dough as in recipe 1: mix, knead 5–7 minutes, let rise 1 hour.
- Roll into 12×16 inch rectangle. Spread softened butter, sprinkle brown sugar, then scatter chopped pecans.
- Roll up, cut into 12 rolls. Place in greased dish, rise 30 minutes.
- Preheat oven to 350 °F (175 °C). Bake 22–27 minutes until golden.
How to Serve It
Warm rolls taste best with a drizzle of maple syrup or a spoonful of whipped cream.
3. Cranberry Orange Rolls
Ingredients
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- ¼ cup sugar
- 1 packet active dry yeast
- ½ cup warm milk
- ¼ cup melted unsalted butter + extra for greasing
- 1 egg
- ½ tsp salt
- Zest of 1 orange
Filling
- ½ cup packed brown sugar
- 2 tbsp softened butter
- ¾ cup dried cranberries (chopped)
Orange Glaze
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 2–3 tbsp fresh orange juice
Instructions
- Combine dough ingredients including orange zest; knead until smooth; let rise 1 hour.
- Roll into rectangle; spread butter, sprinkle brown sugar, scatter cranberries.
- Roll, slice into 12 rolls; place in greased dish; rise 30 minutes.
- Bake at 350 °F (175 °C) for 22–25 minutes until light golden.
- While baking, whisk glaze ingredients until smooth. Drizzle glaze over warm rolls.
How to Serve It
Sprinkle extra orange zest and a few cranberries on top for a festive pop of color.
4. Chocolate Chip Christmas Rolls
Ingredients
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- ¼ cup sugar
- 1 packet active dry yeast
- ½ cup warm milk
- ¼ cup melted unsalted butter + extra for greasing
- 1 egg
- ½ tsp salt
Filling
- ½ cup chocolate chips (semisweet or milk chocolate)
- 2 tbsp softened butter
- 2 tbsp brown sugar
Instructions
- Mix dough ingredients; knead 5–7 minutes; let rise 1 hour.
- Roll into rectangle; spread butter, sprinkle brown sugar, scatter chocolate chips.
- Roll up, cut into 12, place in dish; let rise 30 minutes.
- Bake at 350 °F (175 °C) for 20–24 minutes until dough is set and chocolate is melty.
How to Serve It
Serve warm with a dusting of powdered sugar or a small scoop of vanilla ice cream.
5. Salted Caramel Rolls
Ingredients
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- ¼ cup sugar
- 1 packet active dry yeast
- ½ cup warm milk
- ¼ cup melted unsalted butter + extra for greasing
- 1 egg
- ½ tsp salt
Filling
- ¼ cup brown sugar
- 2 tbsp softened unsalted butter
Caramel Sauce
- ½ cup brown sugar
- ¼ cup unsalted butter
- 3 tbsp heavy cream
- Pinch of coarse sea salt
Instructions
- Prepare dough as usual; rise 1 hour.
- Roll dough; spread filling butter and brown sugar; roll, cut, place in dish; rise 30 minutes.
- Bake at 350 °F (175 °C) for 22–26 minutes until golden.
- Meanwhile, in a small saucepan over medium heat, melt butter, stir in brown sugar, then cream. Simmer 2–3 minutes until thickened; stir in sea salt.
- Spoon warm caramel over fresh rolls.
How to Serve It
Serve immediately so caramel stays gooey — ideal with a warm mug of coffee or chai.
6. Raspberry Jam Swirl Rolls
Ingredients
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- ¼ cup sugar
- 1 packet active dry yeast
- ½ cup warm milk
- ¼ cup melted unsalted butter + extra for greasing
- 1 egg
- ½ tsp salt
Filling
- ½ cup raspberry jam
- 2 tbsp softened unsalted butter
Instructions
- Mix dough; knead; rise 1 hour.
- Roll dough to rectangle; spread butter and jam evenly (avoid over‑filling so rolls hold shape).
- Roll up tightly, cut into 12; place in greased dish; let rise 25–30 minutes.
- Bake at 350 °F (175 °C) for 20–23 minutes until edges are lightly browned.
How to Serve It
Dust with powdered sugar and top with a few fresh raspberries for a festive touch.
7. Maple Walnut Rolls
Ingredients
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- ¼ cup sugar
- 1 packet active dry yeast
- ½ cup warm milk
- ¼ cup melted unsalted butter + extra for greasing
- 1 egg
- ½ tsp salt
Filling
- ½ cup packed brown sugar
- 2 tbsp softened unsalted butter
- 1 cup chopped walnuts
Maple Glaze
- ½ cup powdered sugar
- 2 tbsp maple syrup
- 1–2 tsp milk to thin
Instructions
- Prepare dough and let rise for 1 hour.
- Roll into rectangle; spread butter, sprinkle brown sugar, top with walnuts.
- Roll, cut into 12; place in dish; let rise 30 minutes.
- Bake at 350 °F (175 °C) for 22–26 minutes until golden.
- Whisk glaze ingredients; drizzle over warm rolls.
How to Serve It
Top with a few extra walnut halves for a rustic finish.
8. Gingerbread Spice Rolls
Ingredients
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- ¼ cup brown sugar
- 1 packet active dry yeast
- ½ cup warm milk
- ¼ cup melted unsalted butter + extra for greasing
- 1 egg
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- ½ tsp ground ginger
- ¼ tsp ground cloves
- ½ tsp salt
Filling
- ½ cup brown sugar
- 3 tsp ground cinnamon
- 2 tbsp softened butter
Instructions
- Combine dry dough ingredients, then add butter, egg, and milk; knead until smooth; rise 1 hour.
- Roll into rectangle; spread butter; sprinkle filling sugar and cinnamon‑spice mix.
- Roll up, slice 12 rolls; place in greased dish; rise 30 minutes.
- Bake at 350 °F (175 °C) for 20–24 minutes until firm and fragrant.
How to Serve It
Serve with a light dusting of powdered sugar or a warm mug of spiced tea.
9. White Chocolate & Cranberry Rolls
Ingredients
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- ¼ cup sugar
- 1 packet active dry yeast
- ½ cup warm milk
- ¼ cup melted unsalted butter + extra for greasing
- 1 egg
- ½ tsp salt
Filling
- ½ cup white chocolate chips or chopped white chocolate
- ¾ cup chopped dried cranberries
- 2 tbsp softened unsalted butter
Instructions
- Mix dough and let rise 1 hour.
- Roll out dough; spread butter; sprinkle cranberries and white chocolate.
- Roll up, cut into 12; rise 25–30 minutes.
- Bake at 350 °F (175 °C) for 20–23 minutes until lightly golden.
How to Serve It
Serve warm, perhaps with a light drizzle of melted white chocolate for extra indulgence.
10. Almond‑Coconut Christmas Rolls (“Almond Joy”)
Ingredients
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- ¼ cup sugar
- 1 packet active dry yeast
- ½ cup warm milk
- ¼ cup melted butter + extra for greasing
- 1 egg
- ½ tsp salt
Filling
- 2 tbsp softened butter
- ¼ cup chopped almonds
- ¼ cup shredded sweetened coconut
- 2 tbsp brown sugar
Topping
- 2 tbsp sliced almonds
- 2 tbsp coconut flakes
Instructions
- Prepare dough; rise 1 hour.
- Roll dough; spread butter; sprinkle coconut, almonds, and brown sugar evenly.
- Roll, cut into 12; place in greased pan; rise 30 minutes.
- Preheat oven to 350 °F (175 °C); top rolls with extra almonds and coconut flakes. Bake 22–26 minutes until golden.
How to Serve It
Cool slightly, then sprinkle a bit of powdered sugar for a snow‑like finish.
11. Pumpkin Spice Rolls
Ingredients
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- ¼ cup sugar
- 1 packet active dry yeast
- ½ cup warm milk
- ¼ cup melted butter + extra for greasing
- ¼ cup pumpkin puree
- 1 egg
- ½ tsp salt
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- ½ tsp ground nutmeg
- ¼ tsp ground cloves
Filling
- ½ cup brown sugar
- 3 tsp pumpkin pie spice mix (cinnamon, nutmeg, cloves)
- 2 tbsp softened butter
Instructions
- Mix flour, sugar, salt, and spices. Add butter, egg, milk, and pumpkin puree. Knead until smooth; rise 1 hour.
- Roll dough out; spread butter; sprinkle brown sugar + pumpkin spice.
- Roll, cut into 12; rise 25–30 minutes.
- Bake at 350 °F (175 °C) for 20–25 minutes until firm and lightly browned.
How to Serve It
Top warm rolls with a light cream‑cheese glaze or powdered sugar for extra sweetness.
12. Lemon Glaze Rolls
Ingredients
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- ¼ cup sugar
- 1 packet active dry yeast
- ½ cup warm milk
- ¼ cup melted butter + extra for greasing
- 1 egg
- ½ tsp salt
Filling
- 2 tbsp softened butter
- ¼ cup powdered sugar
- Zest of 1 lemon
Lemon Glaze
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 2–3 tbsp fresh lemon juice
Instructions
- Mix dough; knead; rise 1 hour.
- Roll dough; spread butter; sprinkle powdered sugar and lemon zest evenly.
- Roll up, slice into 12; place in greased pan; rise 25 minutes.
- Bake at 350 °F (175 °C) for 20–23 minutes until lightly golden.
- Mix glaze ingredients; drizzle over warm rolls.
How to Serve It
Garnish with extra lemon zest and serve with a cup of herbal tea for a refreshing holiday treat.
13. Matcha Green Tea Rolls
Ingredients
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 tbsp matcha green tea powder
- ¼ cup sugar
- 1 packet active dry yeast
- ½ cup warm milk
- ¼ cup melted butter + extra for greasing
- 1 egg
- ½ tsp salt
Filling
- 2 tbsp softened unsalted butter
- 3 tbsp sugar
- 1 tbsp matcha powder
Instructions
- Combine flour, matcha, sugar, and salt. Add butter, egg, milk. Knead until smooth; let rise 1 hour.
- Roll dough; spread butter; sprinkle matcha‑sugar mix.
- Roll up, cut into 12 rolls; place in greased dish; rise 30 minutes.
- Bake at 350 °F (175 °C) for 22–25 minutes.
How to Serve It
Dust lightly with extra matcha powder for a refined finish — great with a cup of green tea.
14. Hazelnut‑Nutella Christmas Rolls
Ingredients
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- ¼ cup sugar
- 1 packet active dry yeast
- ½ cup warm milk
- ¼ cup melted butter + extra for greasing
- 1 egg
- ½ tsp salt
Filling
- ½ cup Nutella (chocolate hazelnut spread)
- ½ cup chopped hazelnuts
Instructions
- Prepare dough, knead, rise 1 hour.
- Roll dough; spread Nutella evenly; sprinkle hazelnuts.
- Roll, slice into 12; arrange in greased pan; rise 25–30 minutes.
- Bake at 350 °F (175 °C) for 20–24 minutes until dough is set.
How to Serve It
Serve warm with a drizzle of extra melted Nutella or a sprinkle of chopped hazelnuts.
15. Sticky Bun Rolls with Honey Glaze
Ingredients
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- ¼ cup sugar
- 1 packet active dry yeast
- ½ cup warm milk
- ¼ cup melted butter + extra for greasing
- 1 egg
- ½ tsp salt
Filling
- ¼ cup packed brown sugar
- 2 tbsp softened butter
Honey Glaze
- ⅓ cup honey
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter
- 1 tbsp warm water
Instructions
- Mix dough; knead; rise 1 hour.
- Roll dough; spread butter; sprinkle brown sugar.
- Roll tightly, cut into 12 pieces; place snugly in greased dish; rise 30 minutes.
- Bake at 350 °F (175 °C) for 22–25 minutes until golden.
- Warm honey, butter, and water in a small pan until smooth. Pour glaze over hot rolls.
How to Serve It
Let the glaze soak in a few minutes before serving warm, sticky, and sweet.
16. Cardamom–Saffron Rolls (Nordic Style)
Ingredients
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 tbsp sugar
- 1 packet active dry yeast
- ½ cup warm milk
- ¼ cup unsalted butter, melted + extra for greasing
- 1 egg
- ½ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp ground cardamom
- A pinch of saffron threads, soaked in 1 tbsp warm milk
Filling
- 2 tbsp softened butter
- 3 tbsp sugar
- ½ tsp ground cardamom
Instructions
- Mix flour, sugar, salt, cardamom. Add melted butter, egg, milk, and saffron‑milk. Knead until smooth; rise 1 hour.
- Roll dough; spread butter; sprinkle cardamom sugar.
- Roll up, cut into 12; place in greased dish; rise 30 minutes.
- Bake at 350 °F (175 °C) for 22–26 minutes until aromatic and golden.
How to Serve It
Serve with a light dusting of powdered sugar and a warm cup of milk or chai.
17. Eggnog Rolls with Nutmeg
Ingredients
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- ¼ cup sugar
- 1 packet active dry yeast
- ½ cup warm eggnog (instead of milk)
- ¼ cup melted unsalted butter + extra for greasing
- 1 egg
- ½ tsp salt
Filling
- ¼ cup brown sugar
- 2 tbsp softened butter
- ½ tsp ground nutmeg
Eggnog Glaze
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 3 tbsp eggnog
Instructions
- Combine dough ingredients (with eggnog); knead until smooth; rise 1 hour.
- Roll into rectangle; spread butter; mix brown sugar and nutmeg, sprinkle evenly.
- Roll, cut into 12 rolls; place in greased dish; rise 30 minutes.
- Bake at 350 °F (175 °C) for 20–24 minutes until light golden.
- Whisk glaze ingredients until smooth; drizzle over warm rolls.
How to Serve It
Sprinkle a pinch of nutmeg on top of the glaze and enjoy with a cold glass of eggnog or warm milk.
18. Poppy Seed & Orange Rolls
Ingredients
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- ¼ cup sugar
- 1 packet active dry yeast
- ½ cup warm milk
- ¼ cup melted butter + extra for greasing
- 1 egg
- ½ tsp salt
- Zest of 1 orange
Filling
- 3 tbsp softened butter
- 2 tbsp sugar
- 3 tbsp poppy seeds
- 1 tbsp fresh orange zest
Instructions
- Combine dough ingredients including orange zest; knead; rise 1 hour.
- Roll dough; spread butter; sprinkle sugar, poppy seeds, and zest.
- Roll up, slice into 12; place in dish; rise 25–30 minutes.
- Bake at 350 °F (175 °C) for 20–23 minutes until lightly browned.
How to Serve It
Serve with an extra sprinkle of orange zest and a cup of lemon‑ginger tea for a fresh holiday touch.
19. Chocolate Peppermint Rolls
Ingredients
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- ¼ cup sugar
- 1 packet active dry yeast
- ½ cup warm milk
- ¼ cup melted butter + extra for greasing
- 1 egg
- ½ tsp salt
Filling
- ½ cup semisweet chocolate chips
- 2 tbsp softened butter
- 2 tbsp brown sugar
Peppermint Topping
- ⅓ cup powdered sugar
- 2–3 tbsp milk
- ½ tsp peppermint extract
- Crushed peppermint candy (optional)
Instructions
- Mix dough; knead; rise 1 hour.
- Roll dough; spread butter; sprinkle chocolate chips and brown sugar.
- Roll, cut into 12; place in greased pan; rise 25 minutes.
- Bake at 350 °F (175 °C) for 20–23 minutes until set.
- Mix powdered sugar, milk, and peppermint extract for glaze; drizzle over warm rolls; top with crushed peppermint candy.
How to Serve It
Serve with a mug of hot chocolate — a cozy treat after holiday decorating.
20. Cherry‑Almond Rolls
Ingredients
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- ¼ cup sugar
- 1 packet active dry yeast
- ½ cup warm milk
- ¼ cup melted butter + extra for greasing
- 1 egg
- ½ tsp salt
Filling
- ½ cup chopped dried cherries
- ¼ cup sliced almonds
- 2 tbsp softened butter
- 2 tbsp brown sugar
Instructions
- Mix dough; knead; rise 1 hour.
- Roll dough; spread butter; sprinkle cherries, almonds, and brown sugar evenly.
- Roll up, cut into 12; place in greased dish; rise 30 minutes.
- Bake at 350 °F (175 °C) for 22–25 minutes until edges turn lightly golden.
How to Serve It
Dust with powdered sugar and pair with a glass of cold milk or a light tea.
21. Mango‑Coconut Christmas Rolls
Ingredients
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- ¼ cup sugar
- 1 packet active dry yeast
- ½ cup warm milk
- ¼ cup melted butter + extra for greasing
- 1 egg
- ½ tsp salt
Filling
- ½ cup finely chopped fresh mango (patted dry)
- ¼ cup shredded sweetened coconut
- 2 tbsp softened butter
- 2 tbsp brown sugar
Instructions
- Prepare dough and let rise 1 hour.
- Roll dough; spread butter; sprinkle coconut, mango, and brown sugar.
- Roll up, cut into 12 pieces; place snugly; rise 25–30 minutes.
- Bake at 350 °F (175 °C) for 20–24 minutes until dough is set and top is golden.
How to Serve It
Let cool slightly, then top with a light dusting of powdered sugar. Great with a chilled holiday punch.
22. Blueberry‑Lemon Cream Rolls
Ingredients
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- ¼ cup sugar
- 1 packet active dry yeast
- ½ cup warm milk
- ¼ cup melted butter + extra for greasing
- 1 egg
- ½ tsp salt
Filling
- ½ cup fresh blueberries (tossed in 1 tsp sugar)
- 3 tbsp softened unsalted butter
- 2 tbsp cream cheese
- 1 tbsp lemon zest
- 2 tbsp brown sugar
Lemon Glaze
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
Instructions
- Mix dough ingredients; knead; rise 1 hour.
- Roll dough; blend butter and cream cheese, spread evenly; sprinkle brown sugar and lemon zest; scatter blueberries.
- Roll, cut into 12; place in greased dish; rise 25–30 minutes.
- Bake at 350 °F (175 °C) for 20–23 minutes until dough is lightly golden.
- Whisk glaze; drizzle over warm rolls.
How to Serve It
Add a few fresh blueberries on top and serve with a cup of citrus‑infused tea for a refreshing holiday treat.
Conclusion
I hope these 22 buttery Christmas roll recipes inspire your holiday baking. They bring warmth, aroma, and variety — perfect for cozy breakfasts, festive gatherings, or simple treats. Feel free to mix flavors, try different fillings, and share the rolls with loved ones. Happy baking and joyful holidays!
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