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Baklava Cinnamon Rolls

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Baklava cinnamon rolls combine the nutty, syrupy richness of baklava with the warm swirls of cinnamon rolls. Made with puff pastry for convenience, these rolls are sweet, crunchy, and buttery—perfect for brunch, holidays, or an impressive dessert with minimal effort.

  • Author: Tina
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: 16 rolls
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baked
  • Cuisine: Fusion
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Ingredients

1 cup raw unsalted pistachios

1/4 cup brown sugar

1/4 cup white sugar (divided)

1 tsp ground cinnamon

1/4 tsp Maldon salt (or flaky sea salt)

2 sheets puff pastry, thawed

3 tbsp butter, melted

1/3 cup water

2 tbsp lemon juice

1/4 cup honey

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×12-inch baking dish or quarter baking sheet.
  2. In a food processor, pulse pistachios, brown sugar, 2 tbsp white sugar, and cinnamon until finely chopped with some larger bits remaining. Add salt and pulse once more.
  3. Roll out puff pastry sheets slightly on a floured surface. Brush with melted butter and sprinkle with the nut mixture.
  4. Roll each sheet jelly-roll style and trim edges. Slice into 16 even rolls.
  5. Arrange rolls nut-side down in the prepared dish. Bake for 25–30 minutes, until golden brown and cooked through.
  6. Meanwhile, make syrup: In a small saucepan, combine water, honey, lemon juice, and remaining 2 tbsp sugar. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer 5 minutes until slightly thickened.
  7. Remove rolls from oven, rest 2 minutes, then drizzle with warm syrup. Serve immediately or at room temperature.

Notes

  • Walnuts or almonds can replace pistachios for a more traditional baklava taste.
  • Add cardamom or nutmeg to deepen the spice profile.
  • Swap honey with maple syrup for a different twist.
  • Drizzle with melted chocolate for a decadent touch.
  • For best results, freeze before adding syrup and drizzle after reheating.

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