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Resurrection Rolls

Meenakshi
Need a last-minute Easter brunch idea that’s both heartfelt and hassle-free? Try these 4-ingredient super-easy Resurrection Rolls! These are also called empty tomb Easter buns and are a beautiful blend of texture—crisp on the bottom, soft and golden on top, and hollow inside to tell the Easter story in the sweetest way. When I’m short on time but still want something meaningful and homemade, this is my go-to Easter treat to bake and share with loved ones.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Course Breakfast
Cuisine global
Servings 8 rolls
Calories 182 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 8 rolls frozen crescent rolls dough
  • 8 marshmallows
  • 3 tablespoon sugar
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon

Instructions
 

Preheat your oven and prep your baking area

  • Start by preheating your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat to prevent sticking. Have a small bowl ready with your cinnamon-sugar mix for the next step.

Wrap marshmallows in crescent roll dough

  • Unroll your store-bought crescent dough and separate it into individual triangles. Place a coated marshmallow in the center of each piece, then fold the dough over the marshmallow, pinching all the edges very firmly to seal. This step is crucial—if the marshmallows aren’t sealed tightly, they’ll ooze out while baking and leave a sticky mess instead of a hollow center.

Coat the resurrection rolls in cinnamon sugar

  • Take each roll and coat it in the cinnamon sugar mixture until it's fully coated. This gives the buns that sweet, spiced flavor and helps create the caramelized crust.

Place on baking sheet and bake

  • Arrange the sealed dough balls seam-side down on your prepared baking sheet, leaving space between each. Bake in the preheated oven for 8–10 minutes, or until the tops are golden brown and slightly puffed.

Cool slightly before serving

  • Let your Empty Tomb Easter Buns cool for a few minutes before serving—this helps the hollow center set and prevents anyone from biting into molten sugar. Once cool enough to handle, break one open and marvel at the hollow center symbolizing the empty tomb—a beautiful, edible reminder of the Easter story.

Notes

  • Seal the marshmallow tightly inside the crescent dough—any gaps and the marshmallow will ooze out, leaving you with a messy result. Pinch all seams tightly and place the sealed side down on the tray to help prevent any leaks.
  • If you can’t find crescent roll dough, puff pastry or biscuit dough can be used as substitutes, though the texture will be slightly different.
  • For a dairy-free version, opt for vegan crescent roll dough and plant-based marshmallows—just make sure they melt properly.
  • If your rolls are a little flat or the marshmallow leaks, don’t worry! They’ll still taste amazing, and it’s part of the learning process. You can also try chilling the assembled rolls for 5-10 minutes before baking to help them hold their shape.
  • For easy cleanup, remember to line your baking tray with parchment paper—especially if a little marshmallow escapes!

Nutrition

Serving: 59gCalories: 182kcalCarbohydrates: 34.82gProtein: 4.5gFat: 3.04gSodium: 219mgPotassium: 67mgFiber: 1.3gSugar: 13.42gCalcium: 77mgIron: 1.61mg
Keyword easter empty tomb buns, empty tomb rolls, marshmallow resurrection rolls, resurrection rolls
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