Pistachio Rolls

Rosewater-Glazed Pistachio Rolls to Sweeten Your Day

There's something magical about the combination of soft yeast dough, creamy marzipan, crispy pistachios, tangy cranberries, and a drizzle of rosewater glaze. These pistachio rolls aren't just a snack—they're a moment of pure indulgence, perfect for pairing with your favorite coffee or turning an ordinary breakfast into something truly special. The delicate rosewater in the glaze enhances the nutty sweetness of the pistachio and the tartness of the cranberries, making each bite a little celebration of flavor.

Can you imagine a more delightful treat to surprise your loved ones with on a cozy morning?

Not only are these pistachio rolls quick and easy to prepare, but they also carry a little piece of joy with them—whether you're savoring them fresh out of the oven or enjoying a day-old roll that somehow tastes even better. And don't forget to mark your calendar—February 26 is National Pistachio Day!

What better excuse to bake up a batch of these heavenly rolls and celebrate with your family and friends? Go on, treat yourself; you deserve it!

🥘 Ingredients

For the dough

• Milk
• Butter, soft
• Cake flour
• Granulated sugar, very fine
• Dry yeast
• Vanilla sugar
• Salt
• Egg

For the filling

• Ground pistachios
• Dried cranberries
• Marzipan
• Egg white

For the glaze

• Milk
• Powdered sugar
• Rosewater

See the recipe card for quantities.

🔪 Instructions

Step 1: Heat ½ cup of milk until lukewarm and melt it with 2 ¾ tablespoons of butter.

Step 2: In a separate bowl, mix the flour, granulated sugar, yeast, vanilla sugar, and salt.

Step 3: Add one egg and the milk/butter mixture to the bowl. Knead briefly with a dough hook on low speed until the dough pulls away from the sides of the bowl.

Step 4: Cover the dough and let it rise in a warm place for 40 minutes, or until it has doubled in size.

Step 5: Preheat the oven to 190°C (374°F).

Step 6: Roll the risen dough out on a floured surface into a rectangle.

Step 7: Grind or finely chop the pistachios, setting a few tablespoons aside for garnish. Cut the marzipan into small cubes. Separate the egg, keeping the egg white for the filling and freezing the yolk for another use. Mix the egg white, pistachios, cranberries, and marzipan, and sprinkle the mixture evenly over the dough.

Step 8: Roll the dough tightly from the wide side, then use kitchen twine to cut it into finger-thick slices.

Step 9: Arrange the slices on a parchment-lined baking tray, leaving space between them. Cover and let rise for another 15 minutes in a warm place.

Step 10: Bake the rolls in the middle of the oven for about 20 minutes, or until golden brown. Cool on a wire rack.

Step 11: Sieve powdered sugar and mix with two tablespoons of milk and a few drops of rosewater to create the icing.

Step 12: Drizzle the icing over the rolls with a fork, then sprinkle the reserved ground pistachios on top. Let the glaze set before serving or storing.

🍂 Variations

Try our delicious mini cinnamon rolls as a delicious variation! They are also very delicious!

🍽 Equipment

• Kitchen machine with a dough hook
• Electric chopper
• Rolling pin
• Kitchen twine
• Cooling rack
• Mixing bowls

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📖 Recipe

⛑️ Food Safety

• Cook to a minimum temperature of 165 °F (74 °C)
• Do not use the same utensils on cooked food, that previously touched raw meat
• Wash hands after touching raw meat
• Don't leave food sitting out at room temperature for extended periods
• Never leave cooking food unattended
• Use oils with high smoking point to avoid harmful compounds
• Always have good ventilation when using a gas stove

For further information, check Safe Food Handling - FDA.