Cannabis-Infused “Emerald Pistachio Baklava Rolls”
St. Patrick’s Day Phyllo Spirals with Infused Honey-Saffron Syrup
This is:
Middle Eastern meets Irish elegance
Ultra visual
Emerald pistachio layers
Glossy syrup finish
Completely different from everything we’ve done
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A Note on Dosing:
This recipe makes 24 baklava rolls.
We calculate using 1.5g of 15% THC flower.
~55mg THC total (infused into honey-saffron syrup).
~2–2.5mg per roll.
Perfect for 4-roll ~8–10mg servings.
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Terpene Pairing Suggestion:
Choose a Limonene and Myrcene-dominant strain.
Limonene enhances citrus notes in the syrup.
Myrcene complements pistachio richness and honey warmth.
This becomes mellow, elegant, and dessert-forward.
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Why Baklava for St. Patrick’s?
Pistachios are naturally emerald green.
When sliced, the spiral layers look stunning.
Gold honey syrup = “Pot of Gold” energy.
High-end, bakery showcase vibes.
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Step 1: Cannabis-Infused Honey Syrup
Ingredients:
• 1.5 grams cannabis flower
• 1/2 cup honey
• 1/4 cup water
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• Pinch saffron (optional)
Decarboxylation:
225°F for 35–40 minutes.
Infusion:
Warm honey gently.
Add decarbed cannabis.
Maintain 160–170°F for 1.5 hours.
Strain thoroughly.
Then:
Simmer honey, water, lemon, saffron 5 minutes.
Cool completely.
All THC is in this syrup.
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Step 2: Pistachio Filling
• 2 cups finely chopped pistachios
• 1/4 cup sugar
• 1 teaspoon cinnamon
• Pinch salt
Mix well.
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Step 3: Assemble Rolls
• 12 sheets phyllo dough
• 1/2 cup melted butter (non-infused)
1. Layer 3 sheets phyllo, brushing butter between each.
2. Spread pistachio filling evenly.
3. Roll tightly into log.
4. Slice into 2-inch spirals.
5. Place cut-side up in baking dish.
Repeat until 24 rolls.
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Step 4: Bake
Bake at 350°F (177°C) for 30–35 minutes until golden and crisp.
Immediately spoon cooled infused honey syrup over hot rolls.
Let absorb at least 4 hours.
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Flavor Profile
• Crisp buttery phyllo
• Rich nutty pistachio
• Floral honey finish
• Light citrus brightness
• Subtle herbal undertone
Sticky. Glossy. Gorgeous.
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Variations
• Add orange zest to syrup
• Add crushed almonds
• Dip half in dark chocolate
• Dust lightly with edible gold
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Packaging for Dosing
Each roll: ~2–2.5mg THC
4 Rolls: ~8–10mg THC
Label clearly:
“CANNABIS-INFUSED EMERALD PISTACHIO BAKLAVA ROLLS”
THC per roll
Date made
“Start with one and wait 90 minutes.”
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Safety
⚠️ ~55mg total in syrup
⚠️ Distribute syrup evenly
⚠️ Store labeled
⚠️ Do not drive
Storage:
Room temp 3 days
Airtight container
Layer parchment