Resurrection Rolls

Of all the wonderful things to learn and love and understand in our world, more than anything, I want my children to understand and love the fact that Jesus arose from the dead. We indeed serve a RISEN Savior! I received this Easter idea from a friend at church (Thanks, Jo Ann!) and I also found this recipe on Jennifer's blog, Smelling Coffee. She has some really great advice and some good ideas for family activities. This is a great object lesson~perfect for the little ones in your life!

Resurrection Rolls

crescent rolls~represents the cloth that Jesus was wrapped in
large marshmallows~represents Jesus
melted butter (about 1/2 cup)~respresents the oils of embalming
cinnamon/sugar mixture~represents the spices used to annoint the body of Jesus
350 degree oven~represents the tomb

Directions:

1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
2. Give each child a triangle of the crescent roll and a large marshmallow.
3. Dip the marshmallow in the melted butter.
4. Then dip the buttered marshmallow in the cinnamon/sugar mixture.
5. Completely cover the marshmallow with the crescent roll, so that the marshmallow is completely sealed.
6. Place in the oven and bake for 10-12 minutes. (Pretend it is three days)
7. When the rolls have cooled slightly, the children can open their rolls (representing the cloth) and discover that the marshmallow (representing Jesus) is no longer there! The marshmallows melt and the crescent roll is puffed up, but empty!

HE IS RISEN INDEED!