Pistachio and Honey Cinnamon Rolls

Servings:

• 8-10 rolls

Ingredients:

Dough:

• 1 cup warm milk (105°F to 115°F)
• 2 teaspoons active dry yeast
• 3 tablespoons granulated sugar
• 4 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
• 1 large egg

Filling:

• 1/2 cup pistachio paste
• 1 tablespoon honey
• 1/4 cup granulated sugar
• 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg

Instructions:

1. In a small bowl, combine the warm milk and yeast. Stir to dissolve the yeast, then let sit for 5 minutes.
2. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, and salt.
3. Add the melted butter, egg, and yeast mixture to the dry ingredients. Mix until a shaggy dough forms.
4. Knead the dough on a floured surface for 10-12 minutes, until it becomes smooth and elastic.
5. Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover with plastic wrap, and let rise in a warm place for 1 hour, or until doubled in size.

Prepare the filling:

• Mix together the pistachio paste, honey, granulated sugar, cinnamon, and nutmeg in a small bowl.

Assemble the rolls:

1. On a lightly floured surface, roll out the dough to a thickness of about 1/4 inch.
2. Spread the pistachio-honey filling evenly over the dough, leaving a 1-inch border around the edges.
3. Roll up the dough tightly but gently, and cut into 8-10 equal pieces.
4. Place the rolls on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, leaving about 1 inch of space between each roll.

Bake:

• Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Bake the rolls for 18-20 minutes, or until golden brown.
• While the rolls are baking, prepare the glaze by mixing together 1/4 cup powdered sugar and 2 tablespoons honey in a small bowl.

Glaze and Serve:

• Remove the rolls from the oven and let cool on a wire rack for 5 minutes.
• Drizzle the pistachio-honey glaze over the warm rolls, then sprinkle with chopped pistachios if desired.
• Serve warm and enjoy!