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Resurrection Rolls Recipe

Resurrection Rolls Recipe

These delicious dessert rolls perfectly capture the spirit of Easter. Your family can use this simple recipe to remember and celebrate the Resurrection. Also sometimes called Empty Tomb Rolls, this sweet treat is a traditional Easter dessert that illustrates the story of the resurrection. Inside of the roll is a marshmallow that melts in the oven, coating the inside and leaving a hollow pastry.

When you prepare this Easter dessert recipe, you wrap a marshmallow in sugared crescent roll dough and then bake it. When the rolls are done, the marshmallows have disappeared, leaving the rolls’ centers empty! This family friendly recipe can celebrate Easter and provide a tasty cinnamon marshmallow dessert for you and your family.

This Easter dessert recipe only requires only 5 ingredients that you probably already have in your pantry. Make sure you try it out this Easter. You can also make these in a muffin tin lined with paper cupcake liners.

If you enjoyed making Resurrection Rolls, we have some other delightful dessert recipes that you might want to try next. For those who like to bake with a religious theme, we recommend trying your hand at making Hot Cross Buns. These spiced buns are traditionally eaten on Good Friday and are marked with a cross on top to symbolize the crucifixion of Jesus. This recipe is perfect for those who want to explore more Easter-themed treats.

If you're looking for a fun and interactive dessert to make with kids, we suggest making Cake Pops. These bite-sized treats are made by rolling cake crumbs with frosting, shaping them into balls, and then dipping them in chocolate. You can get creative with different decorations and sprinkles, making them perfect for any occasion. Cake Pops are sure to be a hit with both kids and adults alike.

For a simple yet decadent dessert that is perfect for any time of year, we recommend trying Tiramisu. This classic Italian dessert features layers of coffee-soaked ladyfingers and mascarpone cream, topped with a dusting of cocoa powder. Tiramisu is easy to make but looks impressive, making it a great choice for dinner parties or special celebrations. Plus, its rich and creamy flavor is sure to satisfy any sweet tooth.

Ingredients

  • 1 can refrigerated crescent rolls
  • 8 large marshmallows
  • 5 tablespoon butter
  • 2 teaspoon cinnamon
  • 3 tablespoon sugar

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F.

  2. Melt butter in a small, shallow dish. Combine melted butter with sugar and cinnamon.

  3. Roll out crescents. Dip a marshmallow in the butter cinnamon sugar mixture then place it in the center of the crescent. Fold up the top two corners then roll the crescent up to the skinny end. Seal edges tightly and repeat with remaining crescents and marshmallows.

  4. Place crescents on a rimmed baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Brush remaining butter sugar mixture top of the crescents. Place in the oven and bake for 11-13 minutes or until crescents are light golden brown and puffy.

What's your favorite Easter dessert recipe?

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