Ahh, apple strudel 🤍 flaky, cozy, and full of cinnamon-apple goodness. Here’s a classic, approachable Apple Strudel recipe that doesn’t feel intimidating.
Classic Apple Strudel
Ingredients (serves 6–8)
For the filling:
- 4–5 apples (Granny Smith or Honeycrisp), peeled, cored, thinly sliced
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- ¼ tsp nutmeg (optional)
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- ½ cup raisins (optional)
- ½ cup breadcrumbs (or crushed vanilla wafers)
For the pastry:
- 1 package phyllo dough, thawed
- ½ cup melted butter
Optional topping:
- Powdered sugar
- Vanilla ice cream or whipped cream
Instructions
- Preheat oven:
- 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Prepare the filling:
- In a large bowl, mix apples, sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, lemon juice, and raisins.
- Prepare the phyllo:
- Lay one sheet of phyllo on a clean surface.
- Brush lightly with melted butter.
- Repeat with 6–8 sheets, buttering each layer.
- Add breadcrumbs:
- Sprinkle breadcrumbs evenly over the phyllo (this absorbs moisture so it stays crispy).
- Add filling:
- Spread apple mixture evenly, leaving a 2-inch border.
- Roll the strudel:
- Fold in the sides, then roll up gently into a log, seam-side down.
- Bake:
- Brush top with butter.
- Bake 35–40 minutes until golden brown and crisp.
- Serve:
- Cool slightly, dust with powdered sugar, and serve warm.
Pro Tips
- Thin apple slices cook evenly
- Breadcrumbs are key for avoiding soggy strudel
- Cover phyllo with a damp towel while working so it doesn’t dry out
Easy Shortcut Option
Use store-bought puff pastry instead of phyllo:
- Roll out pastry
- Add filling
- Fold, seal, and bake at 400°F for 30–35 minutes
If you want, I can give you a super-easy weeknight apple strudel, a traditional Austrian dough version, or a cream cheese apple strudel 😄🍎🥐
