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Fluffy Pistachio Cinnamon Rolls

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These fluffy pistachio cinnamon rolls offer a cozy breakfast twist with soft, pillowy dough and a nutty cinnamon filling studded with crunchy pistachios. Perfect for a comforting morning treat that pairs well with coffee or chai.

Ingredients

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  • 3 ½ cups all-purpose flour (about 440 g)
  • ¼ cup granulated sugar (50 g)
  • 2 ¼ tsp instant yeast (1 packet)
  • 1 cup whole milk, warmed (240 ml)
  • ¼ cup unsalted butter, melted and cooled slightly (57 g)
  • 2 large eggs, room temperature
  • 1 tsp salt
  • ⅔ cup packed brown sugar (135 g)
  • 2 tbsp ground cinnamon
  • 6 tbsp unsalted butter, softened (85 g)
  • 1 cup chopped shelled pistachios (120 g)
  • Optional: ½ tsp ground cardamom
  • 1 cup powdered sugar (120 g)
  • 2–3 tbsp milk or cream (30–45 ml)
  • ½ tsp vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. Activate the yeast: In a small bowl, combine warm milk (about 110°F/43°C) with sugar and yeast. Let sit 5-7 minutes until frothy.
  2. Mix the dough: In a large bowl or stand mixer, combine flour and salt. Add melted butter, eggs, and yeast mixture. Mix on low speed until combined, then knead 8-10 minutes until smooth and elastic.
  3. First rise: Lightly oil a clean bowl, place dough inside, cover with towel or plastic wrap. Let rise in warm spot 1 to 1.5 hours until doubled.
  4. Prepare filling: Mix brown sugar, cinnamon, and cardamom (if using). Chop pistachios finely but leave some texture. Set softened butter aside.
  5. Roll out dough: Punch down dough, roll on floured surface into 16×12 inch rectangle about ¼ inch thick.
  6. Spread filling: Evenly spread softened butter over dough, sprinkle cinnamon sugar mixture, then scatter chopped pistachios.
  7. Form rolls: Roll dough tightly from long edge into log. Slice into 12 equal rolls about 1 ½ inch wide using sharp knife or dental floss.
  8. Second rise: Arrange rolls in greased 9×13 inch baking dish, leaving space between. Cover and let rise 30-45 minutes until puffy.
  9. Bake: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Bake rolls 25-30 minutes until golden brown. Tent with foil if tops brown too quickly.
  10. Make glaze: Whisk powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla until smooth. Adjust milk for desired consistency.
  11. Finish and serve: Cool rolls 10 minutes, drizzle with glaze, serve warm.

Notes

Use lukewarm milk to activate yeast properly. Knead dough well for fluffiness. Use dental floss to slice rolls for clean edges. Tent rolls with foil if browning too fast. Fresh pistachios provide best flavor. For dairy-free, substitute milk and butter accordingly. Gluten-free flour can be used but texture will differ.

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