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Pistachio Cinnamon Rolls

Light and fluffy rolls filled with chopped pistachios and cinnamon sugar, drizzled with a sweet glaze.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Servings: 12 servings
Course: Breakfast, Snack
Cuisine: American, Bakery
Calories: 200

Ingredients
  

Dough Ingredients
  • 4 cups all purpose flour
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 packet active dry yeast (2 1/4 teaspoons)
  • 1 cup whole milk, warmed
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
  • 2 large eggs
Filling Ingredients
  • 1 cup pistachios, shelled and chopped
  • 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar
Glaze Ingredients
  • 1/4 cup powdered sugar
  • 2 tablespoons milk

Method
 

Preparing the Dough
  1. In a small bowl, combine warm milk and sugar. Sprinkle the yeast on top and let it sit for about 5–10 minutes until frothy.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together flour and salt.
  3. In another bowl, mix melted butter and eggs. Add the yeast mixture once it is frothy.
  4. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients, mixing until a dough forms.
  5. Turn the dough onto a floured surface and knead for about 5–7 minutes until smooth and elastic.
  6. Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover with a kitchen towel, and let it rise in a warm place for about 1 hour or until doubled in size.
Making the Filling
  1. In a bowl, combine brown sugar, cinnamon, and chopped pistachios, stirring until mixed well.
Rolling the Dough
  1. After the dough has risen, punch it down and roll it out into a 12 x 18 inch rectangle.
  2. Brush the dough with melted butter and sprinkle the pistachio mixture evenly on top.
  3. Starting from the long edge, roll the dough tightly into a log.
  4. Cut the log into 12 equal slices.
Baking the Rolls
  1. Place the rolls in a greased baking dish, cover, and let them rise for another 30 minutes.
  2. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  3. Bake the rolls for 25–30 minutes or until golden brown.
  4. Let them cool in the pan for about 15 minutes.
Making the Glaze
  1. In a small bowl, mix powdered sugar with milk until smooth.
  2. Drizzle the glaze over the warm rolls before serving.

Notes

Serve slightly warm and pair with strong coffee or a latte for added flavor. Store covered at room temperature for up to 2 days, refrigerate for up to 5 days, or freeze for up to 2 months.