Honey Cinnamon Walnut Roll-Ups Recipe

Introduction

Honey Cinnamon Roll-Ups are a delightful treat combining flaky phyllo dough with a sweet and spiced walnut filling. These golden, crunchy rolls are finished with a luscious honey syrup for an irresistible dessert or snack.

Ingredients

• 2 cups ground walnuts, toasted
• 1/4 cup sugar
• 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
• 12 sheets frozen phyllo dough, thawed
• 1/2 cup butter, melted
• 1/2 cup honey
• 1/2 cup sugar
• 1/2 cup water
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice

Instructions

1. Step 1: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. Step 2: In a bowl, combine the ground walnuts, 1/4 cup sugar, and ground cinnamon.
3. Step 3: Lay one sheet of phyllo dough on a piece of waxed paper and brush it generously with melted butter.
4. Step 4: Place a second phyllo sheet over the first and brush it with more melted butter.
5. Step 5: Sprinkle 1/4 cup of the walnut mixture evenly over the buttered phyllo.
6. Step 6: Roll up the phyllo sheets tightly in a jelly-roll style to form a log.
7. Step 7: Slice the roll into 4 smaller pieces and transfer them to a greased baking dish.
8. Step 8: Repeat the layering, filling, rolling, and slicing process with the remaining phyllo dough and walnut mixture.
9. Step 9: Bake the rolls in the preheated oven for 14 to 16 minutes, or until they turn a light golden brown.
10. Step 10: Remove from the oven and cool the rolls on a wire rack.
11. Step 11: While the rolls cool, prepare the honey syrup by combining honey, 1/2 cup sugar, water, and lemon juice in a saucepan.
12. Step 12: Bring the syrup mixture to a boil, then reduce heat and let it simmer gently for 5 minutes.
13. Step 13: Allow the syrup to cool for about 10 minutes.
14. Step 14: Drizzle the cooled rolls with the honey syrup and sprinkle the remaining walnut mixture on top before serving.

Tips & Variations

• For extra crunch, toast the walnuts just before using to enhance their flavor.
• Substitute walnuts with pecans or almonds for a different nutty taste.
• If phyllo dough is not available, filo can be carefully replaced with thin puff pastry sheets.
• Serve warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream for a decadent dessert.

Storage

Store leftover roll-ups in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days to maintain flakiness. Refrigerate for up to 5 days, but the texture may soften. Reheat gently in a warm oven to restore crispness. Keep the honey syrup refrigerated separately and drizzle on rolls just before serving.

How to Serve

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I prepare these roll-ups in advance?

Yes, you can assemble the roll-ups and keep them covered in the refrigerator for a few hours before baking. However, bake them fresh for the best texture.

What can I use if I don’t have phyllo dough?

If phyllo dough isn’t available, thin puff pastry sheets can be used as a substitute, though the texture will be slightly different but still delicious.

Honey Cinnamon Walnut Roll-Ups Recipe

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Honey Cinnamon Roll-Ups are flaky, buttery phyllo dough rolls filled with a crunchy, spiced walnut mixture and finished with a sweet honey syrup. This delightful dessert combines warm cinnamon, toasted walnuts, and a luscious honey glaze, perfect for a cozy treat or festive occasion.

• Author: Mila
• Prep Time: 20 minutes
• Cook Time: 16 minutes
• Total Time: 45 minutes
• Yield: 12 servings 1x
• Category: Dessert
• Method: Baking
• Cuisine: American

Ingredients

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Filling

• 2 cups ground walnuts, toasted
• 1/4 cup sugar
• 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon

Rolls

• 12 sheets frozen phyllo dough, thawed
• 1/2 cup butter, melted

Honey Syrup

• 1/2 cup honey
• 1/2 cup sugar
• 1/2 cup water
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice

Instructions

1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) to prepare for baking the roll-ups.
2. Prepare Filling: In a bowl, combine the ground toasted walnuts, 1/4 cup sugar, and ground cinnamon to create the spiced filling mixture.
3. Layer and Butter Phyllo: Lay one sheet of thawed phyllo dough on a piece of waxed paper and brush thoroughly with melted butter. Repeat by stacking a second phyllo sheet on top and brushing it with more butter.
4. Add Filling and Roll: Evenly sprinkle 1/4 cup of the walnut mixture over the buttered phyllo stack. Carefully roll the layered phyllo dough jelly-roll style, forming a tight roll.
5. Slice Rolls: Slice each rolled log into 4 smaller roll-ups and place them in a greased baking dish.
6. Repeat Process: Repeat layering, buttering, filling, rolling, and slicing with the remaining phyllo sheets and walnut mixture until all ingredients are used.
7. Bake: Bake the roll-ups in the preheated oven for 14-16 minutes or until they turn a light golden brown.
8. Cool Rolls: Remove the roll-ups from the oven and let them cool on a wire rack to room temperature.
9. Make Honey Syrup: In a saucepan, combine honey, 1/2 cup sugar, water, and lemon juice. Bring the mixture to a boil, reduce heat, and simmer for 5 minutes to thicken and blend the flavors.
10. Cool Syrup: Remove the syrup from heat and allow it to cool for 10 minutes before using.
11. Finish Dessert: Drizzle the cooled roll-ups generously with the honey syrup and sprinkle any remaining walnut mixture on top for added texture and flavor.

Notes

• You can toast walnuts in a dry skillet over medium heat until fragrant for enhanced flavor.
• Handle phyllo dough carefully as it is very delicate and can dry out quickly; keep unused sheets covered with a damp towel.
• These roll-ups are best served the same day to maintain optimal crispness.
• For a vegan version, substitute butter with a plant-based alternative and use agave nectar instead of honey in the syrup.
• Store leftovers covered at room temperature for up to 2 days to preserve flakiness.

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