Though jelly rolls are not a traditional Irish dessert (they actually have Spanish origins), this festive green rendition makes a delightful St Paddy Day treat.
Serves 8 to 10
Ingredients:
1/3 cup corn starch
1/2 cup water
2 large egg yolks
1 (12-ounce) can evaporated milk
3/4 cup granulated sugar
1/4 teaspoon salt
Strips of zest of a fresh lime (use a peeler)
1 cinnamon stick
Green food coloring (start with a couple drops, add more until desired color)
Juice of a lime
1/2 cup plus 2 tablespoons powdered sugar, divided
1 cup sifted flour
1/8 teaspoon salt
3 large eggs
1/2 cup granulated sugar
Zest of 1/2 fresh lemon
1 stick (1/2 cup) unsalted butter, melted, cooled
Green food coloring (start with a couple drops, add more until desired color)
1/2 cup chopped pistachios
Ground cinnamon powder for dusting
Get the directions:
Sweet St. Paddy's Day Jelly Roll| Sheknows.com