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pistachio cream cinnamon rolls

Pistachio Cream Cinnamon Rolls for a Gut-Friendly Indulgence

Treat yourself to gut-friendly pistachio cream cinnamon rolls, combining an irresistible aroma and wholesome ingredients for a delicious dessert.
Prep Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 45 minutes
Servings: 6 rolls
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

For the Dough
  • 1/2 cup warm milk around 110°F
  • 2 teaspoons active dry yeast fresh and properly proofed
  • 1 large egg room temperature
  • 1/4 cup salted butter melted
  • 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
  • 3 cups bread flour
  • 1 teaspoon salt
For the Filling
  • 1/2 cup pistachio cream minimal additives
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar
  • 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 cup chopped pistachios
For the Topping
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream
  • 4 ounces cream cheese
  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • Baking Pan
  • Stand mixer
  • Dough Hook
  • Rolling Pin

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Combine warm milk, granulated sugar, and active dry yeast in a bowl.Foam should appear after 3-5 minutes.
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine frothy yeast mixture, egg, and melted butter. Gradually incorporate bread flour and salt. Allow to rest for 5 minutes.
  3. Knead the dough for 5-7 minutes until smooth and elastic. Dough should spring back when pressed gently.
  4. Let the kneaded dough rise in a greased bowl until doubled in size (about 30 minutes).
  5. Prepare the filling by mixing brown sugar and ground cinnamon. Grease a baking pan.
  6. Roll out dough into a rectangle, spread pistachio cream, sprinkle cinnamon-sugar mixture and chopped pistachios. Roll tightly and slice into 6 pieces.
  7. Let the sliced rolls rise in a greased pan for about 45 minutes, until puffy.
  8. Preheat oven to 350°F. Pour heavy cream over rolls before baking. Bake for 23-30 minutes until golden brown.
  9. Prepare icing by mixing cream cheese, pistachio cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla until smooth.
  10. Drizzle icing over warm rolls and serve immediately.

Nutrition

Serving: 1rollCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 7gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 2gSugar: 18gVitamin A: 400IUCalcium: 50mgIron: 1.5mg

Notes

Store rolls in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days, or in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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