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Apple Strudel

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This Apple Strudel recipe features flaky pastry wrapped around a sweet cinnamon-spiced apple filling with raisins and buttery toasted breadcrumbs. Perfect for holidays or cozy gatherings, this classic apple strudel delivers bakery-style flavor with tender apples and crisp, golden layers.

Ingredients

  • 5–6 medium apples, peeled, cored, and thinly sliced

  • ¼ cup granulated sugar

  • ¼ cup brown sugar

  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon

  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice

  • ⅓ cup raisins

  • ½ cup breadcrumbs

  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted

  • 1 package strudel dough, phyllo dough, or puff pastry

  • Pinch of salt

  • Powdered sugar for dusting

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

  • In a large bowl, combine apples, granulated sugar, brown sugar, cinnamon, lemon juice, raisins, and salt. Toss evenly.

  • In a small skillet, toast breadcrumbs in 1 tablespoon melted butter until golden. Let cool slightly, then stir into apple mixture.

  • Roll out strudel dough into a thin rectangle on a clean kitchen towel. If using phyllo, layer sheets, brushing each with melted butter.

  • Spread apple filling evenly over the dough, leaving a 1-inch border.

  • Using the towel to assist, carefully roll into a log. Tuck in the ends to seal.

  • Place seam-side down on the prepared baking sheet. Brush top with remaining melted butter.

  • Bake for 35–45 minutes, until golden brown and crisp.

  • Cool slightly, dust with powdered sugar, slice, and serve.

Notes

  • Use firm apples like Granny Smith or Honeycrisp for best texture.

  • Breadcrumbs help absorb moisture and prevent sogginess.

  • Add chopped walnuts or almonds for extra crunch.

  • Puff pastry can be used for a quicker version.

  • Reheat in the oven to maintain crispness—avoid microwaving if possible.

Find it online: https://cookibly.com/apple-strudel/