Diabetic-friendly Baklava Rolls

local_grocery_store Ingredients

• 12 phyllo dough, sheets (thawed)
• 1/2 unsalted butter, cup (melted)
• 1 walnuts, cup (finely chopped)
• 1 almonds, cup (finely chopped)
• 1 ground cinnamon, teaspoon
• 1 sugar substitute, cup
• 1/2 water, cup
• 1/2 honey, cup
• 1 lemon, juiced

restaurant_menu Method

1. 1.Preheat the oven to 350°F.
2. 2.In a small bowl, mix together the walnuts, almonds, and cinnamon.
3. 3.Lay out one sheet of phyllo dough and brush with melted butter. Repeat with 2 more sheets of phyllo dough.
4. 4.Spread 1/4 of the nut mixture over the phyllo dough, leaving a 1-inch border on all sides.
5. 5.Roll the phyllo dough tightly around the nut mixture, tucking in the sides as you go.
6. 6.Brush the outside of the roll with melted butter and place on a baking sheet.
7. 7.Repeat with the remaining phyllo dough and nut mixture.
8. 8.Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until golden brown.
9. 9.While the baklava rolls are baking, make the honey syrup by combining the sugar substitute, water, honey, and lemon juice in a small saucepan.
10. 10.Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat and simmer for 5 minutes.
11. 11.Remove from heat and let cool.
12. 12.Once the baklava rolls are done baking, immediately pour the honey syrup over them.
13. 13.Let cool to room temperature before serving.

lightbulb_outline Tips

• chevron_rightMake sure to thaw the phyllo dough completely before using it.
• chevron_rightIf you're not a fan of walnuts or almonds, you can substitute them with other nuts like pistachios or cashews.
• chevron_rightFor a more traditional flavor, you can add a pinch of ground cloves to the nut mixture.