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Pistachio Cream Cinnamon Rolls

Delicious Pistachio Cream Cinnamon Rolls for Cozy Mornings

This Small Batch Pistachio Cream Cinnamon Rolls recipe features a delightful pistachio cream filling that elevates the classic cinnamon roll experience.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Rise Time 1 hour
Total Time 2 hours
Servings: 6 rolls
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Dough
  • 3/4 cup Warm Milk Dairy or non-dairy
  • 2 teaspoons Yeast Ensure it's fresh
  • 1 large Egg Substitute with a flax egg for vegan option
  • 3 tablespoons Unsalted Butter Or margarine/coconut oil for dairy-free
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour Gluten-free blend if necessary
  • 2 tablespoons Sugar Brown sugar for deeper flavor
  • 1/2 teaspoon Salt Enhances flavor and regulates yeast activity
For the Filling
  • 1/2 cup Pistachio Butter Almond or cashew butter are substitutes
  • 1/4 cup Brown Sugar Use white sugar if needed
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Cinnamon Adjust to taste or swap with nutmeg
  • 1/4 cup Chopped Pistachios Optional for extra crunch
For the Icing
  • 4 ounces Cream Cheese Vegan cream cheese for dairy-free
  • 1 cup Powdered Sugar Granulated sugar works in a pinch
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Almond extract can be used
  • 2 tablespoons Heavy Cream Coconut cream alternative

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Baking Pan
  • Whisk
  • Rolling Pin

Method
 

Dough Preparation
  1. Warm the milk, mix in yeast, and let sit for 5 minutes until frothy.
  2. Combine egg and butter in a bowl, mix in flour, sugar, and salt, then knead into a sticky dough.
First Rise
  1. Transfer dough to an oiled bowl, cover, and let rise for 1 hour until doubled.
Filling Preparation
  1. Mix pistachio butter, brown sugar, and cinnamon in a bowl and set aside.
Shaping the Rolls
  1. Roll out dough, spread filling, roll tightly, and slice into 4-6 pieces.
Second Rise
  1. Place rolls in a greased pan, cover, and let rise for 30-45 minutes.
Baking
  1. Preheat oven to 350°F, bake rolls for 23-30 minutes until golden.
Icing Preparation
  1. Combine cream cheese, powdered sugar, vanilla, and cream; beat until smooth.
Serving
  1. Spread icing over warm rolls and sprinkle with chopped pistachios if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1rollCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 5gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 25mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 12gVitamin A: 250IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Enjoy these rolls warm; reheat if cooled for that fresh-baked taste.

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