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Apfelstrudel (Apple Strudel)

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Apfelstrudel, or Apple Strudel, is a traditional Austrian dessert featuring flaky pastry filled with tender apples, cinnamon, sugar, and raisins. It’s warm, cozy, and perfect for holidays or any special occasion.

Ingredients

  • 4 cups tart apples (such as Granny Smith or Braeburn), peeled, cored, and thinly sliced
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 tsp ground cinnamon
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice
  • 1/3 cup raisins
  • 2 tbsp rum or warm water (for soaking raisins)
  • 1/2 cup fine breadcrumbs
  • 6 tbsp unsalted butter (plus more for brushing dough)
  • 6–8 sheets phyllo dough or homemade strudel dough
  • Powdered sugar, for dusting

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. If using raisins, soak them in rum or warm water for 10–15 minutes to plump, then drain.
  3. In a bowl, toss sliced apples with sugar, cinnamon, lemon juice, and drained raisins. Set aside.
  4. In a skillet, melt 2 tablespoons of butter and toast the breadcrumbs until golden brown. Let them cool.
  5. Lay a clean kitchen towel on a surface and place one sheet of phyllo dough on top. Brush with melted butter. Layer with 5–7 more sheets, brushing each with butter.
  6. Sprinkle toasted breadcrumbs evenly over the dough.
  7. Spread the apple mixture over the breadcrumbs, leaving a border around the edges.
  8. Using the towel to help, gently roll the dough into a tight log, tucking in the ends as you go.
  9. Place the strudel seam-side down on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Brush the top with melted butter.
  10. Bake for 35–40 minutes, or until golden brown and crispy.
  11. Let cool slightly. Dust with powdered sugar before serving.

Notes

  • Add chopped nuts like walnuts or almonds for crunch.
  • Substitute or omit raisins based on preference.
  • Use vegan butter and phyllo dough for a vegan version.
  • To reheat, use a 300°F (150°C) oven for 10–15 minutes.
  • Best served slightly warm with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream.

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