Resurrection Rolls Recipe: A Delicious and Symbolic Easter Treat

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Resurrection Rolls Recipe: A Delicious and Symbolic Easter Treat
Prep Time:
20 mins
Cook Time:
35 mins
Total Time:
55mins
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Recipe by Administrator
Published on September 04, 2023

Resurrection Rolls are a delightful and symbolic Easter treat that teach children about the resurrection of Jesus. These sweet and fluffy rolls are filled with melted marshmallows, which represent the body of Jesus, and coated in butter and cinnamon sugar, symbolizing the burial and resurrection. This recipe is not only delicious but also a great way to share the true meaning of Easter with your family and friends.

Ingredients

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 tablespoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 4 tablespoons cold unsalted butter
  • 3/4 cup milk
  • 16 large marshmallows
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon

Directions

  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
  3. Cut the cold butter into small pieces and add it to the flour mixture. Use a pastry cutter or your hands to cut the butter into the flour until it resembles coarse crumbs.
  4. Add the milk to the flour mixture and stir until the dough comes together.
  5. Transfer the dough to a lightly floured surface and knead it a few times to ensure it is well combined.
  6. Roll out the dough to a 1/4-inch thickness and cut it into squares large enough to wrap around the marshmallows.
  7. Take a marshmallow and dip it in the melted butter, making sure it is coated all over.
  8. Roll the marshmallow in the cinnamon sugar mixture until it is fully coated.
  9. Place the coated marshmallow in the center of a dough square and fold the dough around it, sealing it tightly.
  10. Repeat this process with the remaining marshmallows and dough squares.
  11. Arrange the filled rolls on the prepared baking sheet and brush them with the remaining melted butter.
  12. Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes or until the rolls are golden brown.
  13. Remove from the oven and let them cool for a few minutes before serving.
  14. As you bite into the delicious Resurrection Rolls, discuss with your loved ones the meaning behind this sweet treat and the significance of Jesus' resurrection on Easter Sunday.

Interesting Facts

  • Resurrection Rolls are also known as Empty Tomb Rolls or Easter Story Rolls.
  • The melted marshmallow inside the roll represents the body of Jesus wrapped in burial garments.
  • The rolled dough symbolizes the tomb where Jesus was buried.
  • The sweet cinnamon coating represents the spices used during Jesus' burial.
  • Resurrection Rolls are a wonderful way to engage children in the Easter story and create lasting memories.