A sweet and crispy treat with warm cinnamon flavor in every bite.
These Honey Cinnamon Roll-Ups are a delightful and easy-to-make pastry perfect for tea time, holiday brunches, or just a cozy dessert to share. Made with thin layers of phyllo dough, brushed with butter, and filled with a honey-cinnamon glaze, they bake up golden, flaky, and completely addictive. Think of them as a simplified spin on baklava—with fewer ingredients and less work, but all the warm, sweet, spiced goodness you crave.
Why You’ll Love These Roll-Ups
- Crispy and buttery: Phyllo gives them a gorgeous golden crunch
- Quick prep: No dough-making or waiting on yeast
- Naturally sweetened: Honey is the star, no refined syrup required
- Versatile: Serve with fruit, whipped cream, or drizzle with chocolate
Ingredients
- 1 package frozen phyllo dough (thawed according to package instructions)
- ½ cup honey
- ¼ cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- ¼ cup chopped nuts (optional)
- Powdered sugar (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
1. Preheat and Prepare
Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Mix the honey and cinnamon together in a small bowl.
2. Assemble the Layers
Unroll the phyllo dough and cover with a damp cloth to prevent drying. Place one sheet on a clean surface and lightly brush with melted butter. Repeat, stacking 4 total layers, brushing each with butter.
3. Add the Filling
Spread a thin layer of the honey-cinnamon mixture over the top layer. Sprinkle with nuts if using.
4. Roll and Slice
Starting at the short end, gently roll the layered phyllo into a tight log. Place seam-side down on the baking sheet. Repeat until all the dough and filling are used.
5. Bake
Brush the tops of each roll with any leftover butter. Bake for 15–20 minutes, or until golden and crisp.
6. Serve
Let cool slightly, then slice into bite-sized pieces. Dust with powdered sugar if desired and enjoy warm or at room temperature.
Tips and Variations
- Nut-free: Simply skip the nuts or try sunflower seeds for crunch
- Add citrus zest: Lemon or orange zest adds a bright twist
- Creamy variation: Add a layer of sweetened cream cheese inside before rolling
- Chocolate drizzle: Drizzle with melted dark or white chocolate once cooled
How to Serve
- With a scoop of vanilla ice cream
- As part of a brunch or dessert platter
- Paired with coffee or spiced tea
- Topped with yogurt and fresh berries for breakfast
Storage
- Room temp: Store in an airtight container for 2 days
- Fridge: Keeps well up to 4 days; reheat in oven for best texture
- Freezer: Freeze baked roll-ups and reheat from frozen at 350°F for 10–12 minutes
Honey Cinnamon Roll-Ups
Ingredients
- 1 pkg frozen phyllo dough thawed
- ½ cup honey
- ¼ cup melted butter
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- ¼ cup chopped nuts optional
- Powdered sugar for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F. Line baking sheet with parchment.
- Mix honey and cinnamon. Unroll phyllo and cover with damp cloth.
- Layer 4 sheets, brushing each with butter. Spread honey mix on top, add nuts.
- Roll tightly and place seam-down on baking sheet. Repeat.
- Brush tops with remaining butter. Bake 15–20 mins until golden.
- Cool, slice, dust with powdered sugar, and serve.
