Marshmallow Hocus Pocus Buns Recipe
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Marshmallow Hocus Pocus Buns Recipe
Description
The Marshmallow Hocus Pocus Buns Recipe involves unrolling crescent rolls and placing a marshmallow that has been dipped in melted butter and rolled in cinnamon sugar inside each one before rolling them up. Baking at 375°F for 10-12 minutes results in buns that are golden brown on top and filled with hot, melted marshmallow. Brushing the tops with more melted butter and dusting with a cinnamon sugar mixture after baking adds extra flavor and a delicate crust.
The combination of cinnamon and sugar with butter-coated marshmallows inside the flaky crescent dough creates a contrast of textures: a soft and slightly crisp outside with a sticky, sweet center. The cinnamon sugar adds warmth that complements the marshmallow sweetness well, making these buns appealing as a cozy dessert or treat.
These buns should be allowed to cool slightly before eating as the marshmallow filling can be very hot. They are best served fresh from the oven to enjoy the contrast of textures and melted filling. The recipe is straightforward, using common ingredients for a fun baking twist.
Ingredients
- 3 tablespoons granulated sugar Dixie Crystal brand
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 8 ounce crescent rolls can
- 8 marshmallows large
- 3 tablespoons butter , melted
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Combine the sugar and cinnamon in a small bowl. Unroll crescent rolls onto a cutting board or work surface.
- Dip a marshmallow in melted butter, then roll in sugar. Reserve any leftover cinnamon sugar mix. Reserve leftover butter and cinnamon sugar.
- Place in the center of a crescent roll, roll up, pressing together the edges to seal. Dip the bottom of the bun in melted butter to prevent sticking.
- Place on prepared baking sheet.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes or until tops are browned. Remove and baste with the remaining melted butter and dust with leftover cinnamon sugar mixture.
- Remove and allow to cool slightly- insides will be HOT!
- If you've tried this recipe, come back and let us know how it was in the comments or ratings!
Nutrition Information
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Serving: 8Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 177 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 177kcal | 9% |
| Carbohydrates | 22g | 7% |
| Protein | 1g | 2% |
| Fat | 10g | 15% |
| Saturated Fat | 5g | 25% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2g | 12% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 2g | 10% |
| Trans Fat | 1g | 50% |
| Cholesterol | 11mg | 4% |
| Sodium | 266mg | 11% |
| Potassium | 3mg | 0% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 11g | 22% |
| Vitamin A | 132IU | 3% |
| Vitamin C | 1mg | 1% |
| Calcium | 4mg | 0% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.