Resurrection Rolls

An expectant hush falls over the crowd.  Eager anticipation is barely contained with fidgets and twistings for a better view.  The air is full of sweet perfume and warmth.  As the longed for arrival comes into view, a murmur begins to arise.  What would they find?  What would it look like?   You’ll see, whispered those who had witnessed the miracle before.  You’ll see!  And then one nugget was plucked from the rest and held aloft for all to see.  Carefully an end was removed from the fragrant brown oval.  A spontaneous gasp from the gathering.  It was true!  The tomb was empty!  The miracle lasted long enough for the teacher to swiftly distribute the remaining nuggets without fuss and disagreement.  Then silence as the warm nuggets disappeared into anxious mouths.  And discussion could begin – not always at a comfortable decibel.  But always a lesson well-learned.

This scene is repeated year after year in churches or homes around the country.  And the reaction is always the same!    It is a hands on lesson that kids always understand.  I stress that it is not magic.  The dough does what it is supposed to do.  The marshmallow does what it is supposed to do.  And God’s love remains to be found in the sweetness that remains.   Other symbolism  includes:

• Marshmallow – the body of Jesus
• Butter –  oils used in burial
• Cinnamon and sugar – the spices used to perfume the body
• Dough – the tomb
• Baked roll with empty center is, of course, the empty tomb following the resurrection

Also known as Easter Rolls or Empty Tombs, I first saw this recipe in a church school teacher’s guide.  Some clever Christian Educator took  a popular Pillsbury Bake Off recipe from ages ago and gave  it new meaning.  Some tips I’ve gathered for doing this with a group whether at home or church:  Have fun! Guide the kids, but remember it is impossible to do this wrong. Pass around a bottle of hand sanitizer as you begin.    Pinching the dough around the marshmallow is key.  I usually have kids put the marshmallow on the narrow tip of the crescent and roll toward the larger end because it’s  easier to pinch together and completely cover the marshmallow.  Use Pillsbury Crescent Rolls because they seem to stay pinched better (leak less!) than other brands.  Line the baking sheets with aluminum foil or parchment paper for quick cleanup – because, in spite of your best efforts, some marshmallow will leak out of at least one roll!  You may have leftovers of butter and the cinnamon sugar mixture – but that  allows for possible loss due to “mess”.    Just before  rolls are done,  begin to build the anticipation as the rolls are removed from the oven and the first one opened.  Have fun!

These are also a great addition to any dinner, or as an accompaniment to a light soup or salad.  The original recipe called for a confectioner sugar glaze and chopped nuts on the top to make a breakfast treat.

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Resurrection Rolls

 

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Prep time

10 mins

Cook time

15 mins

Total time

25 mins

 

Sweetly delicious hollow rolls make a fabulous addition to breakfast or dinner table. They also are a creative and interactive way to explain the Easter Story to children.

Author: A Pinch of Joy by Charlene Vance

Recipe type: Bread

Cuisine: American

Serves: 8 servings

Ingredients

• 1 package refrigerated crescent rolls, preferably Pillsbury
• 8 large marshmallows
• 3 Tablespoons melted butter or margarine
• ¼ cup granulated sugar
• ½ tsp cinnamon

Instructions

1. Mix cinnamon and sugar together ahead of time.
2. Melt butter in microwave ahead of time.
3. Preheat oven to 375. (Turn oven on just before beginning to assemble rolls.)
4. Separate crescent rolls and lay individual triangle on workspace.
5. Dip marshmallow in butter and roll to thoroughly coat.
6. Roll buttered marshmallow in cinnamon sugar mixture.
7. Place marshmallow on narrow tip of crescent dough and roll toward the large end.
8. Pinch dough together firmly at edges and any thin spots.
9. Place on ungreased baking sheet.
10. Bake 10-15 minutes until golden brown.

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