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Small Batch Pistachio Cream Cinnamon Rolls: A Nutty Twist on a Classic

Deliciously soft cinnamon rolls filled with a creamy pistachio mixture, offering a unique nutty flavor that elevates the classic recipe.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Breakfast, Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Dough
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour plus more for dusting
  • 1 tbsp granulated sugar
  • 1/2 tsp instant yeast
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 1/4 cup milk warm
  • 1 tbsp unsalted butter melted
  • 1 large egg yolk
Filling
  • 1/4 cup pistachios finely chopped
  • 2 tbsp brown sugar
  • 1 tbsp cinnamon
  • 1 tbsp unsalted butter softened
Cream Cheese Frosting
  • 2 tbsp cream cheese softened
  • 1 tbsp unsalted butter softened
  • 1/2 cup powdered sugar
  • 1 tbsp milk adjust for consistency
  • 1/4 tsp vanilla extract

Method
 

Prepare the Dough
  1. In a mixing bowl, combine flour, sugar, yeast, and salt.
  2. Add warm milk, melted butter, and egg yolk. Mix until a dough forms.
  3. Knead the dough on a floured surface for about 5 minutes until smooth.
  4. Cover the dough and let it rise in a warm place for 30 minutes.
Make the Filling
  1. In a small bowl, mix chopped pistachios, brown sugar, cinnamon, and softened butter until combined.
Assemble the Rolls
  1. Roll out the dough on a floured surface into a rectangle about 1/4 inch thick.
  2. Spread the pistachio filling evenly over the dough.
  3. Roll the dough tightly from one end to the other and slice into 4 equal pieces.
  4. Place the rolls in a greased baking dish and let them rise for another 15 minutes.
Bake the Rolls
  1. Preheat the oven to 350?F (175?C).
  2. Bake the rolls for 20-25 minutes until golden brown.
Prepare the Frosting
  1. In a bowl, beat together cream cheese, butter, powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla until smooth.
Serve
  1. Drizzle the cream cheese frosting over the warm rolls and serve immediately.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 6gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 12gVitamin A: 400IUCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

These cinnamon rolls are best enjoyed fresh but can be stored in an airtight container for up to 2 days.

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