Description
Indulge in these delectable Pistachio Honey Baklava Rolls, a delightful twist on the classic baklava. Crispy layers of phyllo dough envelop a sweet and nutty filling, soaked in a luscious honey syrup. These Mediterranean-inspired treats are perfect for satisfying your sweet tooth.
Ingredients
Phyllo Dough:
1 package phyllo dough, thawed
Filling:
2 cups shelled pistachios, finely chopped, 1/2 cup walnuts, finely chopped, 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted, 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon, 1/4 teaspoon ground cardamom
Syrup:
1 cup granulated sugar, 1/2 cup honey, 1/2 cup water, 1 teaspoon lemon juice, 1 teaspoon vanilla extract, crushed pistachios for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat the oven to 350°F.
- Prepare the Nut Filling: Pulse pistachios and walnuts in a food processor until finely chopped. Mix with cinnamon and cardamom.
- Assemble the Rolls: Layer phyllo sheets, brush with butter, sprinkle nut mixture, and roll into logs. Place seam-side down in a baking dish.
- Bake: Bake for 30-35 minutes until golden and crisp.
- Make the Syrup: Combine sugar, honey, water, and lemon juice in a saucepan. Simmer until slightly thickened, then stir in vanilla.
- Finish: Pour warm syrup over baked rolls and let soak. Garnish with crushed pistachios before serving.
Notes
- Baklava tastes best after sitting for several hours to allow the syrup to fully absorb.
- Store at room temperature for up to 5 days.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Middle Eastern, Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 roll
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 12 g
- Sodium: 30 mg
- Fat: 10 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 19 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 3 g
- Cholesterol: 10 mg
