Spiced Honey & Pistachio Baklava Rolls

Instructions

1. 1

   Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

   ~5 min
2. 2

   Melt the butter in a small saucepan over low heat.

   ~5 min
3. 3

   In a mixing bowl, combine the chopped pistachios, cinnamon, cardamom, and cayenne pepper.

   ~2 min
4. 4

   In a separate saucepan, combine honey, sugar, and water. Bring to a simmer over medium heat, stirring until sugar dissolves. Remove from heat and stir in orange zest and rose water (if using).

   ~10 min
5. 5

   Unroll the phyllo dough. Working with one sheet at a time, brush it lightly with melted butter. Place another sheet of phyllo on top and brush again. Continue layering until you have 4-5 sheets.

   ~15 min
6. 6

   Spoon about 2 tablespoons of the pistachio mixture along one of the longer edges of the layered phyllo. Roll up tightly into a cigar shape.

   ~5 min
7. 7

   Place the roll seam-side down on the prepared baking sheet. Brush the top generously with melted butter.

   ~3 min
8. 8

   Repeat with the remaining phyllo dough, butter, and pistachio mixture.

   ~10 min
9. 9

   Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until golden brown and crispy.

   ~25 min
10. 10

    Immediately after removing from the oven, pour the warm honey syrup evenly over the hot baklava rolls. Let cool for at least 30 minutes before serving.