These Easy Pistachio Honey Baklava Rolls are a modern twist on the classic baklava, featuring crispy filo dough filled with a rich pistachio mixture and drenched in a sweet honey syrup. A quick and delicious dessert that’s perfect for any occasion!
For the Baklava Rolls:
1 package filo dough (about 16 sheets), thawed
1 cup unsalted butter, melted
1 1/2 cups pistachios, shelled and finely chopped
1/2 cup granulated sugar
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
For the Honey Syrup:
1 cup honey
1/4 cup water
1 teaspoon lemon juice
Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
In a bowl, combine the chopped pistachios, sugar, and cinnamon. Set aside.
Brush a sheet of filo dough with melted butter, then place another sheet on top. Repeat this process until you have 4 sheets of filo dough layered and buttered.
Sprinkle a small amount of the pistachio mixture evenly across the filo dough.
Carefully roll the filo dough up into a tight log, brushing each layer with butter as you go.
Slice the rolled filo dough into 2-inch pieces and place them on the prepared baking sheet.
Repeat the process until all of the filo dough and pistachio mixture are used up.
Bake the rolls for 20-25 minutes, or until they are golden and crisp.
While the baklava rolls are baking, make the syrup by combining the honey, water, lemon juice, and vanilla extract in a saucepan. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat and simmer for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Once the rolls are out of the oven, pour the warm syrup over them, ensuring they’re fully coated.
Allow the rolls to cool and absorb the syrup for at least 30 minutes before serving.
You can add walnuts or almonds to the pistachio filling for a different flavor.
Drizzle extra honey on top of the cooled rolls for added indulgence.
Add a hint of orange blossom water to the syrup for a floral twist.
Store the baklava rolls in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.
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