It was released on November 22, 2019 as a single to promote Merry Liddle Christmas, a holiday film in which Rowland stars in.

[4] Rowland co-wrote "Love You More at Christmas Time" with Nash Overstreet, Angela Beyince and Shane Stevens.

[8] Idolator's Mike Wass called it "cute, festive and loveable", and observed that "the seasonal bop has very genuine and rhythmic elements".

Sleigh bells ring, snow and hot cocoa are mentioned, as is mistletoe and sitting with your boo by the fireside.

Meanwhile, Kelly keeps things cozy with a mostly subdued vocal as the lyrics paint a vivid picture of holiday love.