Easy Pistachio Dessert Rolls

Ingredients

• 1 can (8 count)Refrigerated crescent roll dough
• 0.5 cupShelled pistachios, finely ground
• 0.3 cupPowdered sugar
• 1 tablespoonMilk (for filling)
• 0.5 teaspoonVanilla extract (optional)
• 0.5 cupPowdered sugar (for glaze)
• 2 tablespoonsMilk (for glaze)

Instructions

1. 1

   Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it.

   ⏱ 3 min
2. 2

   In a small bowl, combine the finely ground pistachios, 1/4 cup powdered sugar, 1 tablespoon of milk, and optional vanilla extract. Stir until a thick, spreadable paste forms.

   ⏱ 3 min
3. 3

   Unroll the crescent roll dough onto your prepared baking sheet or a clean work surface. Gently press the seams together to form a single rectangular sheet of dough.

   ⏱ 1 min
4. 4

   Evenly spread the pistachio paste over the entire surface of the dough, leaving a small border around the edges.

   ⏱ 2 min
5. 5

   Starting from one of the long sides, carefully roll the dough into a tight log. Once rolled, use a sharp knife or dental floss to slice the log into 8 equal rounds, about 1-inch thick.

   ⏱ 3 min
6. 6

   Arrange the sliced rolls on the prepared baking sheet, leaving a little space between each. Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the rolls are golden brown and puffed.

   ⏱ 15 min
7. 7

   While the rolls are baking, prepare the glaze. In a small bowl, whisk together the 1/2 cup powdered sugar and 2 tablespoons of milk until smooth. Add more milk a few drops at a time if you prefer a thinner glaze.

   ⏱ 2 min
8. 8

   Once baked, remove the rolls from the oven and let them cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes. Drizzle generously with the prepared glaze before serving warm.

   ⏱ 1 min