ALMOND-PISTACHIO DESSERT ROLL-UPS

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With a flavor and texture similar to baklava, this delightful dessert appeals to young and old alike. It's especially delicious with honey drizzled over the top.-Marie Rizzio, Interlochen, Michigan

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 45m

Yield 1-1/2 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 8

1/2 cup shelled pistachios, toasted
1/4 cup unblanched whole almonds, toasted
1 tablespoon sugar
1 tablespoon butter, softened
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
12 sheets phyllo dough (14 inches x 9 inches)
Butter-flavored cooking spray
1/4 cup honey, divided

Steps:

  • Place pistachios and almonds in a food processor; cover and process until finely chopped. Add the sugar, butter and cinnamon; cover and process until blended., Place one sheet of phyllo dough on a work surface. Spray with butter-flavored cooking spray. Repeat with second layer. Keep remaining phyllo dough covered with plastic wrap and a damp towel to avoid drying out. Spread 1/3 cup nut mixture over phyllo to within 1 in. of sides; drizzle with 1 tablespoon honey. Layer with two more sheets of phyllo, spraying each layer with cooking spray., Roll up jelly-roll style, starting from the short side. Repeat with remaining phyllo, nut mixture and honey., With a sharp knife, cut each roll into six pieces; place seam side down on a greased baking sheet. Spray with cooking spray. Bake at 325° for 16-20 minutes or until golden; drizzle with remaining honey.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 83 calories, Fat 4g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 2mg cholesterol, Sodium 50mg sodium, Carbohydrate 10g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 2g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

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